The Nova Scotia Invasive Species Council has created the Grow Me Instead Guide which highlights some common invasive species used in gardens and offers native or non-invasive alternatives. This will help guide gardeners and landscapers choose non-invasive and native plants that will thrive in their gardens and not harm native ecosystems.
The guide was designed for both New Brunswick and Nova Scotia, so there are a few alternatives given (Basswood, Bur Oak, Grey Dogwood for example) that are plants native to New Brunswick but not native to Nova Scotia. Check with your field guides first before making your decision.
