Introduced vines, also known as invasive vines, are non-native plants that can cause ecological damage by crowding out native species and harming trees. They are characterized by their ability to climb and spread rapidly, often overwhelming native vegetation and disrupting ecosystems. The most common and damaging introduced vines are kuzdu, wisteria and English ivy. They were brought to Georgia from all over the world, either for erosion control or as garden ornamentals, and with no native predators, they have flourished and spread.

These vines have been here for decades and have wreaked havoc on our urban and rural forests. Kudzu, which was introduced for erosion control, has killed millions of trees as it grows a foot a day and has a 220-day growing season in Georgia. Other vines, though slower growing, will quickly reach a tree’s canopy and smother it until it dies.

Devine GA’s sole mission is to save trees covered in vines, treating the introduced plant so it does not grown back. Depending on the vine(s), our crew can save upwards of 40 trees a day, slowing down the mass destruction of our forests and urban canopies.

Our crew is made up of formerly incarcerated, formerly homeless and dual citizens who all love our State and want to protect it for future generations. We are a family of misfits who love our work and each other.