Fighting NZ's worst weed?

Описание: One of NZ’s worst weeds—Old Man’s Beard—is overrunning our native forest, and we’ve got a plan to stop it.

In this 7‑minute field report we:
🌳 Reveal how the aggressive vine climbs into the canopy and smothers emerging native seedlings.

✂️ Walk through the step‑by‑step removal process: careful cutting, strategic sawing, and precise application of systemic poison.

💚 Reflect on why controlling this invasive species is essential for the long‑term health of New Zealand’s unique ecosystems and our restoration vision.

00:00 Introduction and Overview
00:13 Aotearoa New Zealand's Native and Non-Native Plants
00:30 Challenges of Non-Native Plants
01:17 Focus on Old Man's Beard
02:09 On-Site Inspection and Challenges
04:08 Managing Old Man's Beard
05:25 Final Thoughts and Next Steps

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We’re restoring a native New Zealand forest on former pine plantation land.
Join our regeneration journey as we learn how to bring degraded land back to life through native reforestation and ecological restoration.

We also share practical tips on growing food, with a focus on native plant propagation and edible & medicinal plants, plus hands-on DIY projects for sustainable, resilient living.

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DISCLAIMER

Always POSITIVELY identify the plants you will work with and plan to eat.

Everything we share in our videos serves purely as inspiration, not as instruction.

Seek out professional (medical) advice when necessary.