Japanese knotweed in london

The growth of Japanese Knotweed in London is a major problem. Therefore, the Environmental Agency has coined Japanese Knotweed as “the UK’s most aggressive and destructive invasive plant.” However, less than 3% of people in London can accurately identify the plant, which may be growing in their rear garden.

Japanese Knotweed in London

Japanese Knotweed in London

Japanese Knotweed was originally brought to the UK by the Victorians, as an ornamental plant. In fact, they believed it could strengthen structures! However, little did they know that the weed is known more commonly for quite the opposite. Such as bringing houses down to rubble due to its destructive nature.

 

If you have Japanese Knotweed in London or the surrounding area, then we can carry out the treatment and removal with a 100% success rate. Japanese Knotweed Expert are qualified to survey and treat Japanese Knotweed and offer a number of treatment options available. Please see our ‘Treatment Services’ for further details.

What is the Best Course of Treatment?

Herbicide treatments are our most popular choice of treatments, specifically amongst our residential clients.

The best time to spay the Japanese knotweed is when the plant is actively growing. This is as the herbicide we use is a systemic translocating herbicide. The herbicide treatment is most efficient on a warm day. We use various chemicals to treat Japanese knotweed, one is signnificantly stronger than what is available to the general public and one is not available to the public in any form.

If you have Japanese Knotweed in London growing on your land, give us a call on 0207 0431 344 to arrange for your site survey and management plan now! Alternatively complete our online contact form and one of our friendly office members will contact you.

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