A common garden plant with bright, daisy-like flowers sold at Bunnings and nurseries across Australia poses a much bigger threat to our environment than previously thought, according to new research. Scientists from La Trobe University have discovered that Gazania daisies can spread and grow almost anywhere in Australia, causing serious problems for both farmers and natural areas. “Gazanias are not only overrunning native grasslands, coastlines and roadsides, they are moving into grain production areas, choking out crops and costing farmers,” said Imogen Ebsworth, Advocacy Manager for the Invasive Species Council. Originally from South Africa, these colorful flowers were brought to … Continue reading Gazania Plants Sold at Bunnings Cost Australia $5B Yearly as Scientists Call for National Ban