Reclaiming the Forest: Habitat Restoration at Laddin’s Rock Sanctuary
Connecticut’s natural landscapes are increasingly threatened by invasive species, plants and animals which outcompete native species and degrade healthy habitats. The 18-acre Laddin’s Rock Sanctuary connects directly to Stamford’s Rosa Hartman Park and features wooded trails, waterways, and natural forest habitat. In recent years, however, sections of the sanctuary have been overtaken by invasive Japanese knotweed, a fast-growing plant which can form dense thickets and shade out young trees, shrubs, and other plants.
