Japanese Knotweed is one of the UK’s most invasive, non-native plant species and poses significant problems.
Its aggressive growth can damage structures and outcompete native vegetation. Small clumps quickly become dense thickets, due to their fast-growing rhizomes (roots). Japanese Knotweed regenerates from small fragments of its roots and stems, so it is easily spread by attempts to remove it.
It is not illegal to have Japanese Knotweed, but it is an offence to allow it to spread from your land to someone else’s land.
Due to its negative impacts, Japanese Knotweed is subject to various legal controls.
It is not an offence to have Japanese Knotweed growing in your garden, but it is an offence to plant or cause it to grow in the wild. You should take steps to prevent its spread. Additionally, a relevant environmental authority can order control measures if they deem such action necessary.
Beechwood has a simple, tried, and tested method for controlling Japanese Knotweed.
Our process begins with you sending photos and a video illustrating the suspected Japanese Knotweed, ideally via WhatsApp, for us to review.
If we agree on your identification, a site visit will be scheduled for us to accurately identify the presence of Japanese Knotweed and assess the extent of its spread.
This evaluation is crucial, as proper identification influences both treatment strategies and legal considerations.
Following positive identification, we will work closely with you to determine the best course of action and create a bespoke Japanese Knotweed control plan.
We will provide you with a detailed quotation outlining this treatment plan.
The Beechwood Tree Care team will manage the whole process, including obtaining any necessary permissions and providing required documentation. We will fully engage with any site requirements, such as meetings, compliance, and inductions.
On the day of the work, the team will:
Post-treatment, we conduct regular inspections to monitor the effectiveness of the chosen methods and address any signs of regrowth promptly.
This vigilant approach ensures long-term control and prevents re-infestation.
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