Rhododendron control measures at Lettra Commonage, Co. Mayo – Determination on Screening for Appropriate Assessment
- Published on: 25 July 2023
- Last updated on: 25 July 2023
Rhododendron clearance as part of necessary conservation measures within Owenduff/Nephin 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.