A Romsey-based company has published its advice on how to deal with invasive plants. Japanese Knotweed Ltd has shared that invasive plants are increasingly becoming a common sight in most British landscapes, popping up in both urban and natural environments. An unnoticed problem, these plants, left unchecked, challenge native species and can cause extensive damage.
According to the press release, dated April 23, invasive plants are found everywhere, and no area in the UK is free from some level of infestation. From city centres, suburbs, country villages to remote mountains, invasive plants like Himalayan balsam, Ragwort, Goat’s rue and aquatic weeds like Floating pennywort and Curly water weed are in constant bloom. These invaders thrive in different environments, with some preferring woodlands or arid conditions, others needing to be in or near water, and some just content to overpopulate anywhere.
One notable berserk beauty is the Buddleia, profusely flourishing along railway track lines. Another hardy one, the Field horsetail, is unapologetic about taking over residential properties, making it challenging to remove. The company highlights the significance of early detection, urging residents to be careful and seek professional help in identifying, controlling, or removing these invasive plants before they spread.
For instance, a timely professional survey of emerging plants like the Giant hogweed can prevent unnecessary disputes from neighbours, as well as meet any lega.