Do you worry about Japanese Knotweed in Cumbria and the effects it could have on your property? Well the worry became a reality for one couple living in Cumbria who discovered Japanese knotweed growing up through the floors in their house. This was reported in the Daily Mail on the 23rd of October 2017. However, this time it wasn’t a case of the Japanese Knotweed coming in from outside of the property, in fact the actual house had been built on top of a live Japanese Knotweed infestation. Proving that even builders can overlook such a destructive weed.
The reason Japanese knotweed is known for its destructive nature is due to its resilience in its quest for daylight. Like any other plant, Japanese Knotweed needs light to survive, it can grow 10cm a day and up to 20cm at its most prolific. This makes it extremely fast growing and extremely difficult to eradicate.
However, it doesn’t have to be so terrifying! Unlike the example of the Japanese Knotweed growing in the house, if Japanese Knotweed is treated it can be controlled and removed! There are a number of treatment options to suit everyone when removing Japanese knotweed, these can include:
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