When it comes to Japanese Knotweed removal in Middle Quinton, you must choose the correct Japanese Knotweed expert. There are many laws and legislation that surround Japanese Knotweed. It is spread by the smallest piece of rhizome; therefore, the correct removal and disposal of knotweed are needed.

Disposing of Japanese Knotweed irresponsibly or fly-tipping is illegal as Japanese Knotweed MUST be disposed of at a licensed landfill site. As mentioned, the smallest piece of rhizome the size of a fingernail can cause new growth. By allowing Japanese Knotweed to spread in this manner is illegal.

 

If your Japanese Knotweed is growing by a watercourse or source of water, it is even more important to follow the necessary guidelines and have the qualifications to treat it. A small piece of the plant can be taken downstream, settling and allowing a new growth of Japanese Knotweed to occur! It is also important when treating Japanese Knotweed near a water source to use the correct treatment method. If a herbicide treatment is being used on the Japanese Knotweed, the water mustn’t be contaminated by the herbicide. Therefore, injection of the herbicide is used, ensuring the plant is effectively treated, but the water is not contaminated.

 

There are several methods for Japanese Knotweed removal in Middle Quinton, these include:

 

• Herbicide treatment – as mentioned above this can be done by injection or spraying, or a combination of both.
• Excavation and Removal – commonly used on commercial sites where building work is being completed.
• Permanent Burial – a quick and efficient method that is often used when there is enough space on-site to excavate and bury the Knotweed within a root barrier.
• Combined Treatment Methods – several treatment methods can be combined to ensure an effective treatment of Japanese Knotweed.