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Can Japanese Knotweed be Eradicated?

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Japanese knotweed spreads easily across the UK through the unintentional or deliberate movement of the plant. Thankfully, Japanese knotweed cannot spread through seed dispersion, which makes the removal of this plant easier to complete.

However, this doesn’t stop Japanese knotweed from growing at exceptional speeds and posing a threat to both properties and native vegetation. This development has lead to field trials, research and studies all being conducted to help further understand and control this plant.

Can it be eradicated?

In 2018, Swansea University conducted the world’s largest field trial on Japanese knotweed, by testing all 19 methods used to control and remove this plant. Over a period of three years, researchers found that it’s impossible to fully eradicate Japanese knotweed from the UK, with the current available methods.

However, critics of this study found that researchers had failed to properly test physical methods of removal, which have been proven to be 100% effective if done correctly. By overlooking this method, it’s difficult to state whether Swansea University was correct in their findings and how accurate their claims were.

Whilst Japanese knotweed may be impossible to eradicate from the UK, sustained control and management of the plant are almost more important. Investing in various methods of removal will improve the lives of those affected by Japanese knotweed, instead of focusing on eradicating it completely.

How to get rid of Japanese knotweed from your property

Finding Japanese knotweed on your property is worrisome but can be removed. Whilst the overall eradication of Japanese knotweed is still questionable, there is no reason why the plant can’t be eradicated from your property.

Once you have correctly identified the plant, you can then follow the steps to remove it. Japanese knotweed removal can be done with DIY if the plant growth is minimal and it hasn’t spread into the foundations of your home.

Cut down the canes and remove them from your garden or lawn, then apply a weed killer onto the remaining Japanese knotweed. Wait at least a week before removing the weeds and ensure all roots are pulled out in the process. If you are struggling with this, or have noticed Japanese knotweed returning to your property, get in touch with a specialist Japanese knotweed removal service.

How CYB Environmental can help

CYB Environmental is the only Japanese knotweed removal company and consultancy in the UK, offering an insurance backed guarantee with each treatment plan. We can help you identify Japanese knotweed on your property and remove it completely.

We use chemical control, root excavation, and burial & encapsulation to help eradicate Japanese knotweed from your home. Whether the plant has remained in your garden, or found its way into the foundations of your property, CYB Environmental will work to safely and successfully remove Japanese knotweed.

Find out more about Japanese knotweed and how you can identify it here. If you are in need of an efficient and cost-effective Japanese knotweed removal service, get in touch with CYB environmental for our full range of treatments.

Plants That Look Like Japanese Knotweed

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The spread of Japanese Knotweed on your land or property can be very damaging. With the plants rapid spreading habits, the time taken to remove it can increase dramatically and be very expensive.

The United Kingdom has a number of other plants that can be confused with Japanese Knotweed. This article by CYB Environmental will list some of the most similar plants to aid you in identifying a real knotweed infection. We are a RICS regulated company that specialise in the removal of Japanese Knotweed. For enquiries and assessments, be sure to contact us, we can help you decide whether or not you have a knotweed infection. That being said, let’s get into plants that look like Japanese Knotweed.

Plants That Look Like Japanese Knotweed

Himalayan Knotweed (Persicaria Wallichii)

When not in bloom, Himalayan Knotweed can look extremely similar to it’s Japanese counterpart due to the similar stems. Not only to the eye, but also to the touch as the stem on both plants is hollow.

Take a close look at the leaves, are they very narrow and half as wide as they are long? With the stem growing to around 1cm in diameter? If so, the plant you’re inspecting is likely to be Himalayan Knotweed. The flowers have a pink hue, rather than the pure white plants on Japanese Knotweed.

Himalayan Balsam (Impatiens Glandulifera)

Similar to Japanese Knotweed, Himalayan Balsam is a rapidly growing plant. It can quickly cover a large area and grow as tall as 2.5 Metres. It also has a hollow stem.

Begin by inspecting the stem, you will see the leaves grow opposite each other, rather than the alternating pattern of Japanese Knotweed. The leaves are also much longer and thinner too, with a pink midrib.

Plants That Look Like Japanese Knotweed
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Broad-leaved Dock (Rumex Obtusifolius)

Part of the same family, so hardly surprising that it looks similar to knotweed, Broadleaved Dock has leaves arranged alternately along the stem as well. Its flowers and stems also form spikes just like knotweed.

Stems are fluted and shorter than knotweed plants, growing up to 1m in height. The stems are not completely hollow and contain a foam-like substance when snapped open.

Chameleon Plant (Houttuynia Cordata)

The leaves of a Chameleon plant are why it often gets confused with Japanese knotweed. Both plants have heart-shaped leaves and produce flowers, with both reaching heights of a metre or above.

The big difference between them is the flowers. Japanese knotweed produces clusters of small creamy-white flowers, whilst chameleon plants have slightly larger flowers with easily distinguishable petals.

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Lesser Knotweed (Persicaria campanulata)

It’s not only the same that is similar. Lesser knotweed has an almost identical bamboo style hollow stem, with small flower clusters and rising to around the same height.

However, lesser knotweed can be identified by its pink flowers rather than creamy-white, with thin ovate leaves rather than heart-shaped ones. The leaves are the biggest indicator, so check this feature of the plant before you jump to any conclusions.

Ornamental Bistorts (Persicaria amplexicaulis)

Also known as Red Bistorts, this plant has similar leaves and stems to Japanese knotweed, with its stems hollow and separated into nodes. Ornamental Bistorts can be mistaken for Japanese knotweed when not in bloom.

Once flowers start to grow, this is where the plant differs. Ornamental Bistorts are also planted on purpose and don’t grow at alarming rates. You are unlikely to suddenly find Ornamental Bistorts on your property if you haven’t planted it yourself.

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Horsetail (Equisetum)

When it’s young, horsetail can be confused with Japanese knotweed. Its growth speed and quantity match that of Japanese knotweed, and its sudden appearance might cause some concern.

However, Horsetail soon loses its knotweed similarities as it matures, developing green stems and its signature brush-like appearance.

Russian Vine (Fallopia baldschuanica)

Russian Vine can be mistakenly identified as Japanese knotweed due to its small cluster of flowers, and its mass of green leaves. Some leaves on Russian Vine’s could also be mistaken as heart-shaped, which might cause confusion for homeowners.

Given its name, the Russian Vine plant is a climber that relies on structures to support itself, unlike Japanese knotweed.

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Bindweed (Convolvulus Arvensis)

With Bindweeds heart shaped leaves, it would take a closer inspection to gage whether or not it is Japanese Knotweed. The leaves of Bindweed are also similar to Knotweed due to the alternate growth patterns along the stem. Bindweed can also cover a large area very quickly if left untamed. One of that most mistaken plant that looks like Japanese Knotweed.

As the name suggests, Bindweed is a climbing plant that has the ability to grow by twisting around other erect plants. That being said, it is unable to support its own weight and lacks the ability to grow straight up, unlike Japanese Knotweed. Large pink or white flowers also appear in early summer for Bindweed, also distinguishing it from Knotweed.

Concerned about Japanese knotweed on your property? Contact CYB Environmental for our excellent removal services, or for more information on Japanese knotweed.

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Selling A House With Japanese Knotweed

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Selling A House With Japanese Knotweed

Since being introduced to Britain in the early 19th century, Japanese knotweed has spread far and wide across the country, with very few corners of the land remaining unaffected. It has been labelled as an invasive plant by the government and has become enshrined in Japanese knotweed law. Selling a house with Japanese Knotweed has been made difficult due to the requirements of removing the hardy plant, for both neighbours and new tenants.

Selling a house with Japanese Knotweed can be a stringent process, elongating the time it can take to successfully solidify a sale. Utilising our extremely simplified buying process, our clients receive a great deal, along with a fast solution to selling a house with Japanese Knotweed.

Is Selling A House With Japanese Knotweed Legal?

Selling a house with Japanese Knotweed is entirely legal, however, you may need to take some extra measures to ensure that potential buyers feel comfortable purchasing the house and confident that they will be able to secure a mortgage from their bank. This could involve either completely removing the plant from the property, or paying upfront for an insurance-backed treatment plan.

These extra measures can be detrimental when selling a house with Japanese Knotweed. There is a large stigma surrounding selling a house with Japanese Knotweed within the industry, and it is generally frowned upon. The best route to take is utilising a Japanese Knotweed removal service, like our specialists are CYB. We have years of experience removing the weed and irradiating it from properties for good.

Does Selling A House With Japanese Knotweed Cause Devaluation?

Selling a house with Japanese Knotweed can devalue the property between 5-15%, generally speaking. There have been cases where homes have been almost completely devalued as a result of severe infestations, however, these are rare occurrences.

The extent to which a property is devalued will depend on the severity of the infestation and the proximity of the knotweed to the home. This devaluation will usually be equivalent to the cost of removing the plant and restoring the property to its original value. Selling a house with Japanese Knotweed may leave property owners disheartened, but our buying offers remain high, also leaving us to handle the infestation of Japanese Knotweed.

Remove Japanese Knotweed Now!

With years of experience in Japanese Knotweed Removal, our team at CYB Environmental are true specialists. Contact our team today to enquire about our services. We remove Japanese Knotweed with the use of specialised equipment, ensuring the weed doesn’t return.

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Where is Japanese knotweed most likely to grow?

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Japanese knotweed is a fast growing weed that can cause major damage to the infrastructure of your home if not removed quickly. You might be wondering whether Japanese knotweed is more likely to grow in certain areas, or if it favours certain climates. CYB Environmental understands how awful this weed can be, so we have put together a comprehensive guide to the growth of Japanese knotweed and what you can do to prevent it.

Where can it grow? Japanese knotweed hotspots

Unfortunately, this weed isn’t picky with location and can grow anywhere around the UK. This is why Japanese knotweed is so difficult to completely eradicate. There are certain hotspots around the country such as Manchester, East London, South Wales, and Cornwall where the weed has frequented more. Developmental and industrial works have contributed to its growth and can be a factor in the spread of Japanese knotweed.

If your property is located in these areas and is also near industrial works, keep a keen eye out for Japanese knotweed in your home.

Environet UK has built an interactive online heatmap of Japanese knotweed growth and sightings, you can access this map here. Search your property location and learn how many sightings have been recorded in the surrounding area. The map is updated daily so you’ll always have access to the latest Japanese knotweed mentions.

Originating from Japan, the weed has adapted to the UK’s climate and continues to cause havoc across the country since its introduction in the 19th Century.

Preventing its growth

Preventing growth of Japanese knotweed will benefit you hugely in the long run. Having a Japanese knotweed specialist evaluate your property can identify and kill the weed before it overruns your garden.

However, there is nothing you can do to prevent the weed from appearing, instead it’s best to focus on preventing further growth and dealing with the issues as soon as possible. Applying glyphosate based weed killer to Japanese knotweed, after cutting down and removing the canes, will stop any further growth. But keep other plants away from this weed killer, as it will destroy them.

This process may take an extended period of time, continuously exposing the plant to these chemicals will stunt its growth and prevent further spread of Japanese knotweed. Keeping it under control is a legal requirement and not doing so could result in legal action being taken against you. Read about this issue in our blog ‘Out of Control Japanese Knotweed Could Land You With a Criminal Record’.

If removal is needed

CYB Environmental offers an industry-leading Japanese knotweed treatment service, for property owners across the UK. If this weed is destroying your garden, our expert team will work with you to remove it and prevent further growth. This can be done through the use of chemicals, or manual excavation. We will assess the situation before choosing which method best suits your predicament.

Japanese knotweed is not constricted to a specific area and any UK home could find the weed on their property. Don’t wait for the situation to worsen, contact CYB Environmental for our services or general enquiries.

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Out Of control Japanese Knotweed Could Land You With a Criminal Record.

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At CYB Environment we know everything there is to know about japanese knotweed, we also know how destructive it can be. We have put together this blog to make you aware of the potential dangers of having Japanese knotweed on your property. But first, what is japanese knotweed?

What is Japanese Knotweed?

Japanese knotweed is an invasive species of plant which has bamboo-like stems and has small white flowers. This plant is part of the ‘Dock’ family and is notoriously difficult to get rid of. It is known as the phoenix in the plant world due to the fact that even fire can’t kill it off. It was originally brought to Britain for its beauty and was named the “most interesting ornamental plant of the year” in 1847. In its native homeland this plant is also kept at bay by the climate and also native insects that feed on this plant, whereas the environment in Britain allows it to grow out of control and become aggressive.

How can a plant give you a criminal record?

Japanese knotweed is a troublesome plant with huge destructive roots, they have been known to cause structural damage to many properties. The Home Office issued guidance on Japanese Knotweed in the Anti-Social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act of 2014. They say a person who has failed to act upon the growth of Japanese Knotweed to the extent that it affects the quality of life of those around it could find themselves being served with a Community Protection Notice.

Failure to then comply with the notice would result in a criminal offence and a large fine (which can be anything up to £2,500 for an individual and £20,000 for an organisation). In Scotland and Ireland, businesses in the local area are already held responsible for making sure Japanese Knotweed doesn’t spread to the local areas as it threatens biodiversity, the economy and human health. Having Japanese knotweed on your property can affect potential house prices, if you are looking to buy or sell.

How do I know if I have Japanese Knotweed?

Large heart shaped green leaves, arranged in a zig-zag across the stem
Red tinged roots and bamboo-like stems
Dense clumps of overgrown plants
Clusters of white flowers around July time, that attract a lot of bees
Brown dead looking stems after it’s died back in September/November time

Did you know that japanese knotweed can grow up to 20cm a day? These plants will take over your garden/property and ensure that plants in your garden will receive less sunlight. Their roots run deep underground, ensuring that they will pop up all around your property. Japanese Knotweed is strong and almost impossible to get rid of without professional help, as it can grow through concrete and tarmac ruining roads, buildings and destabilising river banks.

How do we get rid of it?

If you believe you have identified a growth of Japanese Knotweed at your home or property then don’t hesitate to get in touch with us.

As a homeowner with Japanese Knotweed, you are responsible for ensuring that the plant does not spread into neighbouring land, whether it be privately or publicly owned.

Report Japanese knotweed to your local council if you have noticed that the plant growing unchecked on council land, or if it has spread onto your own property.

For any queries on the above or if you would like a free identification of a potential Japanese Knotweed plant, please contact us at info@cyb-environmental.com

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Japanese Knotweed On Railways

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Japanese Knotweed is an invasive non-native plant pest and is considered one of the most problematic plant species in the UK and Ireland. The species was introduced to Britain in mid-19th century as an ornamental plant for large gardens, prized due to its imposing size and sprays of creamy white flowers.

Knotweed’s Sinister Nature

You may have seen these plants at railways while waiting for a train or simply passing a station, without realising the devastating effects that Japanese Knotweed has on the environment and on man-made structures. Please see the information under the title “how to identify Japanese Knotweed“, to be able to identify plants in your in area.

Japanese Knotweed thrives in non-restricted areas and out in the open near railways as the plant is not being disturbed and has ample access to sunlight and water. This allows it to spread rapidly and outgrow other plant species. Japanese knotweed has a vast underground rhizome system that can spread and grow rapidly, blocking drains, cracking tarmac and damaging foundations. Action to deal with knotweed may be necessary due to the risk posed to the safe operational railway.

Notifying Japanese Knotweed

If you believe you have identified a growth of Japanese Knotweed at a railway it is important to report it to National Rail or TFL depending on what region of the country you are residing. If the growth is close the boundary walls of the property, you will want to instruct a PCA accredited company such as CYB Environmental for a free site visit. Please note that here at CYB Environmental we provide reports at a fair price to provide evidence of Japanese Knotweed growths.

You may require a report in the incidence that you have reported a Japanese Knotweed growth at the rear boundary of your property to TFL or National Rail and time has passed with no action being taken. A report would provide evidence of this, with relevant photographs and a map stating the growth area of the Japanese Knotweed. We will also provide advice on how best to deal with the growth in the future.

As a homeowner with Japanese Knotweed, you are responsible for ensuring that the plant does not spread into neighbouring land, whether it be privately or publicly owned.

Report Japanese knotweed to your local council if you have noticed that the plant growing unchecked on council land, or if it has spread onto your own property.

For any queries on the above or if you would like a free identification of a potential Japanese Knotweed plant, please contact us at info@cyb-environmental.com

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Who Do I Report Japanese Knotweed To?

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Japanese Knotweed is a highly invasive, non-native plant and is considered one of the most problematic plant species in the UK and Ireland. This is mainly due to its highly invasive nature and its extremely rapid growth rate.

Once Japanese Knotweed Is Noticed

If you identify Japanese Knotweed on your land/property you will want to contact a PCA accredited company such as CYB Environmental. At CYB Environmental we ask that photographs of the suspected growth can be provided so that we can identify the plant. If the plant is in fact Japanese Knotweed, we will advise that a site survey is carried out to identify the best method to conduct on this particular area of growth.

It is important to note that it is not illegal to have Japanese knotweed in your garden, or on your land. If you have discovered the plant on your land then you are under no legal obligation to notify anyone about it or even treat the plant. You are, however, responsible for ensuring that the plant does not spread into neighbouring land, whether it be privately or publicly owned.

Who To Report To

You can report Japanese knotweed to your local council if you have noticed that the plant growing unchecked on council land, or if it has spread onto your own property. Local councils have a section on their website dedicated to Japanese knotweed, where you will be able to leave a message in regards to the issue.

The local authority will likely put a formal plan of action in place and provide you with evidence of its implementation. Please be aware that if the local council does put a plan in place, it will unlikely cover private land (i.e. a privately owned garden) and will not be sufficient for lending in the future. If you are lending against the property in future, an insurance backed guarantee will have to be applied for by a PCA accredited contractor.

If the growth is located on private land, we suggest you write to the homeowner/landowner directly. This can open discussions between neighbours on how to deal with the problem plant and we are happy to organise a site visit to discuss with both parties.

Japanese Knotweed In Open Areas

Japanese Knotweed thrives in non-restricted areas and out in the open due to the access to light and water. Railway embankments can have a high growth areas because of this. Japanese knotweed has a vast underground rhizome system that can spread and grow rapidly, blocking drains, cracking tarmac and damaging foundations.

Action to deal with knotweed may be necessary due to the risk posed to the safe operational railway. If you believe you have identified a growth of Japanese Knotweed on a railway embankment, it is important to report it to National Rail or TFL depending on what region of the country you are residing.

If the growth is close the boundary walls of the property, you will want to instruct a PCA accredited company such as CYB Environmental for a free site visit and a formal report. We can provide reports to provide evidence of Japanese Knotweed growths and their location in relation to property and underground services.

For any queries on the above or if you would like a free identification of a potential Japanese Knotweed plant, please contact us at info@cyb-environmental.com

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What To Do If Neighbours Have Japanese Knotweed

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Japanese Knotweed is an invasive non-native plant pest and is considered one of the most problematic plant species in the UK and Ireland. This is mainly due to its highly invasive nature and its extremely rapid growth rate. The species was introduced to Britain in mid-19th century as an ornamental plant for large gardens, prized due to its imposing size and sprays of creamy white flowers.

Immediate Action Once Discovered

During the spring and summer months, Japanese knotweed has been reported to grow as quickly as 10cm a day. However, there is no research to support how fast it spreads underneath the ground. Japanese Knotweed has an extensive underground rhizome system that can spread up to 7 metres horizontally and 3 metres deep. Due to this extensive growth, it is important that once Japanese knotweed has been identified in the area or neighbouring garden that a plan is in place to further stop the spread of the plant.

The first call to make would be to a PCA accredited company, as they will be able to provide you with a Japanese Knotweed report with photographic evidence of growths of Japanese Knotweed on neighbouring properties. This will not only protect yourself in the long run, but encourage the problem to be dealt with in a professional and legal manner, by placing the growth under a formal management plan. Speaking to your neighbour initially about the issue and tackling the problem together is always a good place to start. Sometimes though, if a neighbour is unresponsive or being negligent, it has been known for court action to be taken.

Please see the Laws of Japanese Knotweed that may relate to neighbouring properties:

Anti-Social Behaviour, Crime & Policing Act

The Anti-social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014 does not specifically mention invasive plants; however, guidance has been released by the Home Office providing information on how Community Protection Notices can be applied to Japanese Knotweed. In effect, the updated legislation means that if a neighbour ‘fails to act’ regarding controlling, or preventing the growth of Japanese Knotweed, then, providing certain criteria are met, a Community Protection Notice could be issued requiring action to be taken. Breach of any requirement of a Community Protection Notice, without reasonable excuse, would be a criminal offence, subject to a fixed penalty or prosecution.

Common Law

Under common law, with respect to private nuisance, an offence may have been committed where the actions of a land owner are causing a substantial and unreasonable interference with another person’s land or his/her use or enjoyment of that land. Where reasonable action is not being taken to remediate nuisance caused by Japanese Knotweed, common law may apply.

For any queries on the above or if you would like a free identification of a potential Japanese Knotweed plant, please contact us at info@cyb-environmental.com

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What Damage Can Japanese Knotweed Cause?

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During the spring and summer months, Japanese knotweed has been reported to grow as quickly as 10cm a day. However, there is no research to support how fast it spreads underneath the ground.

Japanese Knotweed has an extensive underground rhizome system that can spread up to 7 metres horizontally and 3 metres deep. The spread of Japanese knotweed can be increased by the breakage or disturbance of the ground and the spreading of the plant to new areas of the garden or site. Due to this extensive underground growth, it can be a difficult job removing Japanese Knotweed Remove: (and a costly one to be exact).

Japanese Knotweed infested soil cannot be disposed of in general waste, Japanese Knotweed material needs to be taken to a licensed landfill using certified haulage vehicles.

How Japanese Knotweed Causes Damage

Japanese Knotweed is a self-propagating plant, meaning that it spreads and grows from fragments of the plant itself. This makes the control of the plant very difficult, especially when homeowners and neighbours have been cutting it back without realising, accidentally spreading the Knotweed in the process.

Japanese Knotweed thrives in non-restricted areas and open areas such as fields, rivers and railways if the plant is not being disturbed. Allowing it to spread rapidly and outgrow other plant species. Japanese Knotweed affects ecosystems by crowding out native vegetation and limiting plant and animal species diversity. It also has the potential to affect water quality and has an impending flood risk. Aquatic organisms are less able to process knotweed leaf litter compared with the native vegetation it displaces and this has the potential to alter food chains.

Japanese knotweed has a vast underground rhizome system that can spread and grow rapidly, blocking drains, cracking tarmac and damaging foundations. The plant can grow through thin cracks in walls and slabs, causing the wall to collapse due the friction and movement of the plant.

For any queries on the above or if you would like a free identification of a potential Japanese Knotweed plant, please contact us at info@cyb-environmental.com

How Do You Eradicate Japanese Knotweed?

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It is widely written and a common misconception that Japanese Knotweed can be eradicated from a site if placed under a herbicide treatment plan. Unfortunately, this is not the case! Although the Japanese Knotweed growth may seem to have stopped growing after herbicide treatment, it is in fact, in a state of forced dormancy. Movement of the soil could invigorate more growth meaning the herbicide programme would have to be re-started! Herbicide application is not regarded as an ‘eradication’ technique and we would suggest speaking to a specialist before any development is started, regardless of the number of years the Japanese Knotweed has been dormant or under treatment.

The Difficulties Of Removing Japanese Knotweed

Eradicating Japanese Knotweed is notoriously extremely difficult. The only way to totally eradicate the plant is to remove all infested soil from the area including the whole rhizome structure. You do not want to leave any behind! The process on site in principle is simple: follow and remove all underground rhizome growths until the root structure of the plant is no longer visible. Completing this task sounds easy but can be extremely difficult when you factor in the expansive coverage of ground that Japanese Knotweed can infest, along with the licencing which is required to legally dispose of the material.

The complete eradication and removal of Japanese Knotweed can be costly, but this is the only method to ensure no growth remains on site and building works or garden maintenance can be carried out without the major risks of future damage and spread. Without the removal of this problem species, homeowners are risking spreading the growth around their property, along with fines if disposed of illegally.

For any queries on the above or if you would like a free identification of a potential Japanese Knotweed plant, please contact us at info@cyb-environmental.com