Rhododendron control measures at The Twelve Bens/Garraun Complex – Determination on Screening for Appropriate Assessment
- Published on: 11 January 2024
- Last updated on: 11 January 2024
Rhododendron control as part of necessary conservation measures within The Twelve Bens/Garraun Complex Special Area of Conservation. The Invasive non-native Rhododendron ponticum stands have been shown to reduce biodiversity, extirpate native species, prevent woodland regeneration and be a host to the important plant pathogen Phytophthora ramorum.