Native plantings are encouraged by Cornell Cooperative Extension of Oneida County (315-736-3394) but not mandated. NYSDEC 6 NYCRR Part 575 prohibits sale and transport of listed invasive ornamentals including Japanese barberry and burning bush.
No Oneida County municipality requires native plant percentages. However, 6 NYCRR Part 575 (NYSDEC Invasive Species Regulations) bans sale, purchase, transport, and introduction of 126 listed prohibited species, including Japanese barberry (Berberis thunbergii), burning bush (Euonymus alatus), Norway maple, and purple loosestrife. Nurseries must verify stock. Cornell Cooperative Extension Oneida County maintains a Native Plant Demonstration Garden in Oriskany and sells native plants at the annual Plant Sale (Mother's Day weekend). HOA rules in New Hartford subdivisions may require lawn-grass minimums that conflict with native meadow plantings; check CC&Rs. Lawn-conversion programs funded by NYS Pollinator Protection Plan through local garden clubs.
Invasive species possession/sale: $250-$5,000 per NYSDEC violation. Nursery unregistered: up to $25,000.
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