Japanese Knotweed is one of the UK’s most destructive weeds, being able to grow up to 10 cm every day. Getting rid of it can prove to be a challenge. Here are a couple of ways that will prove to be ineffective in the removal of Japanese Knotweed.
Firstly, Japanese Knotweed is a very persistent weed. A single herbicide treatment cannot solve the problem. As a result of this, it needs to be treated long term with the right herbicide. This type of treatment will, in average, take about 10 visits. Furthermore, the right herbicides are not everyday products, nor available to any old individual. You must be a licensed professional.
Initially, you must also keep in mind the time of year. The best time of year to treat Japanese Knotweed is during August and October. During this period, the weed turns its attention to moving sugars and nutrients to the roots and the rhizome. This helps the plant to survive the wintertime. So, however instead of focusing on its growth, the weed is focusing on its survival. Therefore, end of summer and autumn are a great time to start the treatment. Doing it at another time will not give the same results.
Additionally, another technique sometimes used is digging. If you were planning on digging out all the weed, it may prove to be difficult. You may forget some parts of the root that will later grow back up. After digging it up though, you cannot get rid of it along with your other regular garden waste. That is illegal because it might still be alive and spread wherever you bring your garden waste.
Free Identification – Send us a picture of the suspected plant and we will get back to you by email within 24 working hours. If you have any questions, we are available via phone to answer any of your questions.
Japanese Knotweed Site Survey – Our surveyors will visit your property to complete a site survey within 48 hours of your initial enquiry. We will then provide you with a detailed survey report that can be presented to a mortgage company.
Japanese Knotweed Management Plan – Identifies the most appropriate treatment or removal method for your case of Japanese knotweed. This also includes a treatment schedule, with a breakdown of all treatment or removal costs involved.
Treatment or Removal – We provide a variety of different treatment methods to suit each individual site and client. If you own a residential property, we would usually recommend a herbicide treatment. Alternatively, if you are a commercial entity, we suggest a full excavation of the site to allow you to continue with your developments plans without delay.
When coming across Japanese Knotweed, it is important to use a specific method. At Japanese Knotweed Expert, we are specialists in its removal, contact us to book in for a site survey. Furthermore, we will be happy to carry out a site survey on your property and proceed in the removal and eradication of your unwanted Japanese Knotweed!
Contact us on 01782 479 444 or complete our online contact form.
We value customer feedback and offer fantastic customer service to all clients, to learn more about what our clients think, please view our testimonials page.