Flora
Trees, Native/Non-Native Species and Invasive Species
The tree in the cover is a Linden Tree (Tilia americana).
The grounds of the Jay Estate have countless species of plants, both native and invasive. However, the goal is to change that by eliminating or managing as many invasive species as possible. That will make it much more sustainable and biodiverse in the long run and provide a haven for any native species on the brink of extinction.
Click here to learn more about the trees at the Jay Estate and read about how the percentage of native trees versus invasive trees has dramatically changed over the last 25 years!
Click here to learn more about some of the native and non-invasive species and here to learn more about the invasive species.
This is a Horse Chestnut Tree (Aesculus hippocastanum) that has likely been around since the 1800s, meaning John Jay has probably seen it!
This is the Japanese Maple (Acer palmatum) in the sensory garden. When kept under control, it is a great addition, but it can become a nuisance of an invasive species if left unchecked.