Analyzing the Relationships between Peer-Reviewed Literature and Ontario Best Practice Guides to aid the Understanding of Invasive Phragmites Control Methods

Abstract

Invasive Phragmites have been a challenge in North America for numerous decades, depleting the overall biodiversity of landscapes and surrounding habitats. Being identified as Canada’s worst invasive plant in 2005, invasive Phragmites have specifically been a significant detriment to natural areas in the Niagara region. This research study worked to formulate an understanding of the available invasive Phragmites control methods from both peer-reviewed literature and published Ontario best practice guides. The knowledge from both the scholarly and practical sectors has been compared to formulate a full understanding of effective control methods, which aided in the production of an infographic targeted at private landowners in the Niagara region. Above all, this research will work to educate a previously underrepresented group, with the goal to improve the long-term biodiversity and sustainability in the Niagara region.