The Callery pear tree (or Bradford pear tree) is popular in many suburban neighborhoods, due to its gorgeous white blossoms. However, Massachusetts officials say it's also an invasive species that crowds out other plants.
A Callery pear is seen in Georgia. The stinky but handsome and widely popular landscape tree has become an aggressive invader, creating dense thickets that overwhelm native plants and bear four-inch spikes that can flatten tractor tires. This is an excerpt from WBUR's daily morning newsletter, WBUR Today. If you like what you read and want it in your inbox,Massachusetts agricultural officials will consider a ban today on a type of tree found in many suburban neighborhoods.
What does the ban mean? Orth says they’re not asking people to remove the trees from their yards, “although it might be better for the environment if they did so.” Rather, the ban would phase the tree out of the nursery industry so it can no longer be planted. If approved, the ban is expected to take effect this summer.
Zoom out: Hayden is now the second official dinged for ethics violations during the 2022 Suffolk DA’s race. His predecessor, Rachael Rollins,The MBTA is trying to head off a potential looming disruption — and not because of track work. The T’s board approved, as unionized coach workers, mechanics and car inspectors for the French company threaten to strike over wages. The T is hoping the extra money included in the contract extensionhelp Keolis meet some of the union’s demands.
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