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California brought in ice plant for erosion control in the early 1900s; the invasive succulent can form dense mats and grow over 3 feet wide in a year

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Once planted to hold California’s soil in place, ice plant now crowds out native species along the coast. Here’s what to know before planting it.

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    California brought in ice plant for erosion control in the early 1900s; the invasive succulent can form dense mats and grow over 3 feet wide in a year

    Once planted to hold California’s soil in place, ice plant now crowds out native species along the coast. Here’s what to know before planting it.