Japanese knotweed (Fallopia japonica) is a rhizomatous, perrenial plant with very distinctive characrteristics such as zig-zag pattern branching and hollow, bamboo like stems with purple speckles. The notorious rapid growth of the plant from an underground rhizome system makes any … Continue reading
In the UK, gardening is a very popular and relaxing way to pass time and many people enjoy decorating their gardens with exotic, colourful and attractive plants. During the 19th Century, many plant species were introduced into the UK for … Continue reading
Japanese knotweed is often a headache for developers, builders, engineers and landowners. For advice on how to identify this weed, check out our dedicated Japanese knotweed ID page here. If you require further assistance with identification of Japanese knotweed, Giant … Continue reading
Autumn’s here and winter is slowly creeping up on the UK causing the non-native invasive species we control to die away naturally. Japanese knotweed (Fallopia japonica), Giant Hogweed (Heracleum mantegazzianum) and Himalayan Balsam (Impatiens glandulifera) die off over the colder … Continue reading
Autumn has definitely hit the UK (does it ever leave?) and many of the nation’s plants have taken a turn for the worse. Along with spectacular colours comes the falling of leaves and the demise of many beautiful flowers. Japanese … Continue reading
Councillors in Helensburgh and the Lomond area met last week to discuss plans to control the spread of Japanese knotweed after hearing stories that this weed is causing a nuisance to many constituents. The full article can be found on the … Continue reading
If you live in a property with a shared garden, it is likely that the maintenance of the garden is divided amongst the proprietors. Often, communal gardens are managed by a factoring company in order to make the process run … Continue reading
Edinburgh-based weed control experts, Invasive Weeds Agency Ltd (IWA), have secured a prestigious contract to rid the banks of Loch Awe from the scourge of Japanese knotweed. This non-native invasive weed spreads rapidly and dominates native plant species and is … Continue reading
Barrhead News has reported that Japanese knotweed is causing problems in their area and that residents may face financial difficulties if they discover Japanese knotweed on their land. The full article can be found here. Japanese knotweed is causing many … Continue reading
Invasive Weeds Agency Ltd (IWA) are proud to announce that for the second year running we have been awarded with a prestigious contract to control Japanese knotweed and Giant hogweed in Ayrshire for the Ayrshire Rivers Trust as part of … Continue reading
