European bird cherry in bloom

European bird cherry, aka Mayday tree, is blooming. They are pretty, but invasive! These trees can displace native willows, alter fish & wildlife habitat, and are toxic to moose.

Photo courtesy of Josh Hightower.

Learn more: https://accs.uaa.alaska.edu/wp-content/uploads/Prunus_padus_BIO_PRPA5.pdf

Publicado el 07 de junio de 2022 a las 04:51 PM por awenninger