Research

We’re here to make it easier to garden responsibly by using the best available science to find plants with a lower risk of invasiveness. By choosing these plants you can feel proud of the plants you select for your gardening and landscaping projects.

Find a low-risk plant

Browse our database of ornamental garden plants assessed as having a lower-risk of invasiveness.

Assess a Plant

Are you curious about whether your ornamental garden plants might pose a risk to the environment? 

If you are a Plant Sure Scheme member <link to join form> you can login and conduct a quick assessment or contact the Plant Sure team for further advice here.

Predicting Risk

The Plant Sure Scheme use the best available science to predict invasive risk. To find out more about how to predict risk go here.