Plant Industry - Plant Protection Section

Stewardship of Plant Conservation Preserves

Upon establishment of a Preserve, PCP works to restore or maintain the integrity of the natural habitat for the benefit of the species for which the Preserve was established.  

Active management is often necessary to ensure the viability of target species populations. Many Preserve habitats and target species require natural disturbances to maintain their integrity. The natural condition of most Preserves had been altered prior to acquisition. As a consequence, many rare plant species that occur in these types of communities have declined, especially in habitats historically maintained by fire.  In addition to management, staff implement monitoring programs to determine the status and trends of target species populations.

Plant Conservation Program Fire Management

Preserve Management Examples:    

Eno Diabase Plant Conservation Preserve Management

Pondberry Bay Plant Conservation Preserve Management

Denson’s Creek Plant Conservation Preserve Management