I observe the same phenomenon of change when I try to remove invasive plants or vines in the field next door, another aggressive species appears and moves in and spreads quickly to dominate. Each growing season I witness the struggle for survival of our native plants for spaces to grow and flourish, and the constant acceleration and overtaking of invasive species. I am in complete awe of what Nature shows us, the clear signs of change we see in the land and environment from year to year, and I wonder how much of those signs of change were influenced by some form of human activity. As I try to plant and make room for native wildflowers and pollinators, and pulling out invasive plants, I hope that I am working in accord with the natural course of Nature itself.
Thank you for this compelling story.