Giant Hogweed or Wild Parsnip
This item can be hazardous to safety or health.
This item has options for disposal.
On private property
- Place all invasive plants in a plastic bag, tie the bag, and then put the bag in the garbage.
- Do not compost Giant Hogweed or Wild Parsnip.
- Do not put Giant Hogweed or Wild Parsnip in your Yard Waste or organics bin.
- You can also hire a lawn care professional to remove Giant Hogweed or Wild Parsnip.
On public property
- If you find Giant Hogweed or Wild Parsnip in a park or other area, call 3-1-1.
Additional information:
- Ministry of the Environment Wild Parsnip fact sheet (PDF).
- Ministry of the Environment Giant Hogweed fact sheet (PDF).
