In conjunction with the Port's invasive species eradication efforts, we are also working to restore appropriate native plants in areas where invasives have been removed to create a more natural environment and to help prevent re-infestation. In many cases, native plants already exist in other areas targeted for infrastructure work that would ultimately destroy them. By systematically transplanting natives from these locations into the Port's wetland and natural areas as well as other parts of its landscape, we can prevent this loss, limit the cost of the program, and utilize plants already acclimated to the location. In addition, where certain desirable native plants do not already exist, the Port will acquire a limited number for reintroduction and future propagation.

For more information on the plants permitted for use by the Port, please review our plants list.