What’s so bad about Japanese Knotweed? Japanese Knotweed is “indisputably the UK’s most aggressive, destructive and invasive plant” according to the Environment Agency. Read more to find out what’s so bad about Japanese knotweed… The plant itself is not poisonous, nor does it contain any poisonous elements; is safe to touch and pick. However, it is very dangerous in […]
Japanese knotweed- A Selling and buying guide If your selling or buying a property with Japanese knotweed then this information guide is for you… Japanese Knotweed- What is it? Japanese Knotweed (Reynoutria Japonica) is an invasive weed that can cause damage to building structures by targeting weak points. This is why Japanese Knotweed is a real concern for home buyers and […]
Updated rics guidelines Updates to RICS Guidelines: The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) new Guidance will be effective from the 23rd March 2022. In other words, RICS guidelines are moving from IP27 to GN2022. The primary objective of the new Management Category assessment process is to provide stakeholders with a clear understanding of the significance of Japanese knotweed near […]
Bamboo identification Bamboo’s strength is comparable to strong weeds such as Japanese Knotweed. Bamboo identification is normally defined by it’s thin and tall looking appearance. Additionally, it’s strength is known to breakthrough infrastructure and ruin gardens. Furthermore, Bamboo roots also spread wide and strong allowing for it to cause damage to its surrounding environment. It’s root system equally has been […]
Are you looking to sell a property with Japanese knotweed? So you are looking to sell a property with Japanese Knotweed? You may not know but Japanese Knotweed is the most invasive plant species in the UK. Therefore, this means there are a few steps to follow when dealing with this weed on a property. The treatment of knotweed is […]
You have found japanese knotweed in your garden- now what? So you have found Japanese knotweed in your garden, what now? Japanese Knotweed can be an extremely temperamental plant. It is a very particular plant to treat and is stubborn when it comes to the removal of it. It has been listed in the top 100 invasive plants in the […]
TA6 Forms: Do you have Japanese knotweed on your property? If you are or looking to sell your property then you may be familiar with the property information TA6 Forms. Solicitors will provide this form to you. In fact, on this document there is a specific question relating to Japanese knotweed that many people struggle to understand how to answer […]
Plants that are commonly mistaken for japanese knotweed As we are all aware, Japanese knotweed can cause stress for those who are looking to buy or sell a property. Therefore, it can become worrying when finding plants that look similar in your garden or within the garden of a property you want to buy. In this article, we will be […]
HOW TO IDENTIFY JAPANESE KNOTWEED in autumn! As the year goes on, it’s important to learn how to identify Japanese Knotweed in Autumn before it dies off in the winter months and re-grows next spring! In this article, we will discuss in detail what this invasive species looks like at this time of year. The Stem In the Autumn months, […]
MARESTAIL – WHAT IS IT? Mare’s Tail, otherwise known as Horsetail, is a common, deep-rooted invasive weed that can be found all over Great Britain. Therefore, in this article, we will discuss what mares tail looks like and how it can be eradicated. What does it look like? Growing every year, typically in the Spring and Summer, Mare’s Tail will […]