When it comes to Japanese Knotweed removal in Telford, it is important that you choose the correct Japanese Knotweed expert. There are many laws and legislations that surround Japanese Knotweed. It can also easily be spread by the smallest piece of rhizome; therefore, the correct removal and disposal of knotweed is 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 to occur. By allowing Japanese Knotweed to spread in this manner is illegal.

If your Japanese Knotweed is growing by a water course or source it is even more important to follow the necessary guidelines and have the qualifications to treat it. As a small piece of the plant can be taken downstream and can settle 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 herbicide treatment is being carried out on the Japanese Knotweed, it is important that the water is not contaminated by the herbicide. Therefore, injection of the herbicide it used, ensuring the plant is effectively treated, but the water is not contaminated.

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

• Herbicide treatment – as mention 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 – there are several treatment methods that can be combined to ensure an effect treatment of Japanese Knotweed.