the impact of japanese knotweed on social housing So, what is the impact of Japanese Knotweed on social housing? Japanese Knotweed has been a topic of concern for housing associations across the UK for a number of years. It was brought to the UK in the 19th century and it’s fast-growing nature and ease of cultivation made it a popular plant. […]
Five interesting facts about Japanese Knotweed Although Japanese Knotweed is highly invasive, growing quickly and dominating any natural environment that it’s found in, it also has a number of features that are rarely spoken about. Check out 5 interesting facts about Japanese knotweed below! 5 interesting facts about japanese knotweed: 1. Japanese Knotweed is Edible. The hollow green stems of Japanese Knotweed […]
Japanese Knotweed on ta6 form Are you unsure about what to put on your TA6 form when it comes to Japanese Knotweed? TA6 Form TA6 Form Are you looking to sell your property? When looking to sell your property, even if you believe there is no Japanese Knotweed, it is important to have a survey carrier out. On the TA6, property […]
Root barriers and Japanese Knotweed? When it comes to Root Barriers and Japanese Knotweed, they have their place however as seen below they aren’t always the solution… Root Barriers and Japanese Knotweed Root Barriers and Japanese Knotweed Case Study: We surveyed this site where Japanese Knotweed was growing on both sides of the fence. It had previously been excavated by […]
Can I Spray Japanese Knotweed? Are you struggling with Japanese Knotweed and getting rid of it? Firstly, are you wondering “Can I spray Japanese Knotweed with a herbicial weed killer?” Therefore, Japanese Knotweed Expert are here to offer professional advice… Can I Spray Japanese Knotweed? Firstly, Japanese Knotweed is typically treated with a glyphosate-based spray. However, this is only available […]
What is Japanese Knotweed? Japanese Knotweed (Reynoutria japonica syn. Fallopia japonica & Polygonum cuspidatum) often mistaken for other plants, such as Russian vine or bindweed. Additionally, identifiying Knotweed by white flowers in summer, green stems with red and purple flecks and how quickly it grows. Likewise, new shoots appear in spring and can look similar to asparagus when they first start to grow. […]
NAME CHANGE! FROM FALLOPIA TO REYNOUTRIA Firstly, using Latin names for plants can be very confusing and intimidating sometimes, however there is a good reason why we use them! Latin words for the genus or species offers descriptive terminology for the specific plant and it’s characteristics. Moreover the use of Latin plant names helps prevent any confusion caused by the […]
Will Japanese Knotweed Affect Your Property’s value? Japanese Knotweed (Reynoutria Japonica) is an extremely invasive weed, requiring a certain amount of time to get rid of. Whether you are buying, selling or an owner of a house, Japanese Knotweed is not an asset. Will it Affect The Value of My Property? Is Japanese Knotweed Illegal? Firstly it is not illegal […]
Ineffective Ways To Remove Japanese knotweed 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. Ineffective Treatment Methods… Single Herbicide Treatment […]
What can be mistaken for Japanese Knotweed? What can be mistaken for Japanese Knotweed? Japanese Knotweed has some very distinctive features, however a selection of other plants and weeds share similar elements. In the summer months, the Knotweed stem will be fully grown – which will be hollow with distinctive purple speckles. Additionally, the leaves will be large, green in […]