Some people might not know it, but they are already spreading Japanese knotweed, one of the most destructive plants, instead of completely eradicating it. This is the reason why local councils in Britain are advising how to stop them from growing or coming back, but others do not. This is why it is very important that you understand everything about a Japanese Knotweed and how to stop it.
Japanese Knotweed, What You Need To Know?
Japanese Knotweed (Fallopia japonica) is a perennial plant. This is buckwheat and originally native to Japan. This usually grows in dense clumps. The stems can grow and up to a couple of feet. This is why in non-Asian countries, the Japanese Knotweed is listed as one of the most ‘invasive species.’
How Bad Is A Japanese Knotweed?
Japanese Knotweed is known to be the most aggressive, destructive, and invasive plant in the UK. This might look like a harmless plant at first but it can destroy concrete foundations. The worst is, it can damage flood defenses and other architectural structures. The worst part is, this plant is very hard to control. Even lenders would refuse mortgages on homes that have a knotweed problem. As a result, it can affect house sales.
A Japanese Knotweed can grow up to three or four meters in just a couple of weeks.
The roots of this plant can spread up to seven meters horizontally below the ground. The plant can then regrow even when a very small fragment of its root is left. This is why getting rid of the Japanese knotweed is not easy.
Killing The Japanese Knotweed
In Asia, the Japanese knotweed has a male and female variety. In the UK, there are only female varieties. This means that the plant will not be able to reproduce using the pollens. However, it seems like the Japanese Knotweed in the UK learned how to clone itself. This is why it is called ‘Britain’s largest female.
They never produced sexually. This means that the clumps of this plant in the UK are just the same plant. Each of the plants’ root fragment has regrown from another plant. Usually, this is a result of gardeners or councils trying to remove the plant and transferring it to another area thinking that it will die and rot on its own.
Japanese Knotweed Removal Professionals
Japanese Knotweed Solutions is one of the most trusted names when it comes to the removal of this stubborn plant. Always remember that removing this plant on your own cause more problems instead of a solution. This is why this must be done by a professional instead of making it worse. Japanese Knotweed Solutions has been in this business for 15 years. They provide commercial and residential services. The company has proven a 100% success rate. They also provide ongoing maintenance with a 10-year warranty.
So if you are having Japanese knotweed problems, do not wait until it rules over your yard. Do something about it before it’s too late! Call the professional Japanese knotweed remover today to solve this problem.