As part of the LIFE OrnamentalIAS project, we have set up a special container for invasive alien plants species in Dolenja vas pri Cerknici, intended for their safe collection and proper disposal. The container is located at the end of the village and is primarily intended for the Notranjska Park team, which regularly fills it during field work, but it is also open to local residents who remove invasive plants from their gardens and land.
The container is in place from the beginning of August until the end of this year. In 2026, we plan to put it back in place in June, when the main growing season begins and with it the greatest risk of invasive species spreading.
Plants you can discard:
The container is intended exclusively for invasive alien plants. Grass, leaves, branches, waste, or other garden debris do not belong in it. The collected plants are taken away for destruction.
As part of the LIFE OrnamentalIAS project, employees of the Notranjska Park have rolled up their sleeves several times in recent months and headed out into the field to remove invasive alien plants that are spreading too quickly across our meadows, forest and paths. At various locations, we mainly removed goldenrod, American pokeweed, common ragweed, thornapple , and North American nebine. These plants pose a serious threat to our native plants, as they displace them, alter their habitat, and cause a loss of biodiversity.
Field actions are an important part of our efforts, as they systematically reduce the presence of invasive species and enable the regeneration of native habitats. At the same time, they are also an opportunity to raise awareness among the local community and park visitors about the importance of timely identification of invasive plants.
Working together to preserve nature
We invite residents and visitors to join us in caring for nature: Observe the species around you during your walks, remove invasive plants from your land, and dispose of them safely in the container in Dolenja vas. Together, we can make an important contribution to preserving biodiversity and protecting our very special piece of the world.
The implementation of extensive nature conservation projects exceeds the financial capacity of the local community, therefore Notranjska Park regularly applies for projects with the possibility of co-financing by the European Union.
The implementation of large-scale conservation projects exceeds the financial capabilities of the local community, therefore Notranjska Park regularly applies for projects with the possibility of co-financing from the European Union.
