INVASIVE FLORA
Controlling invasive Flora in the UK is crucial for several reasons:
Biodiversity Preservation: Invasive plant species often outcompete native flora, leading to a decline in biodiversity. By controlling these species, we can protect native habitats and the wildlife that relies on them.
Ecosystem Health: Invasive plants can disrupt local ecosystems by altering soil chemistry, hydrology, and nutrient cycles. Managing these plants helps maintain the ecological balance.
Economic Impact: Invasive species can significantly impact agriculture, forestry, and fisheries. They often require costly management efforts and can reduce yields and quality of crops. Controlling these plants can help mitigate economic losses.
Recreational Areas: Many invasive plants can degrade recreational green spaces, such as parks and nature reserves, making them less enjoyable for the public. Effective control maintains these areas for public use and enjoyment.
Climate Resilience: Healthy ecosystems are better at adapting to climate change. By managing invasive species, we can enhance the resilience of landscapes, allowing them to better cope with environmental stresses.
Public Health: Some invasive plants can pose health risks. For instance, certain species can cause skin irritations or allergies. By controlling these plants, we can contribute to better public health outcomes.
Long-term Sustainability: Effective management of invasive species promotes sustainable land use practices. It ensures that natural resources are preserved for future generations.
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JAPANESE KNOTWEED
Japanese Knotweed is a significant problem throughout the property sector. We provide clients with bespoke Japanese Knotweed Treatment Plans that adhere to a strict criteria.
Relying on time-tested methods and extensive knowledge, we remove Japanese knotweed from properties, with the added peace of mind of being fully insured.
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BAMBOO
Bamboo is fast becoming the next big invasive non native. A group of woody perennials with aggressive running rhizomes (roots) Bamboo has the ability to colonise whole areas very quickly, not respecting property borders causing damage to drains, paths or anything else in its way. Bamboo dig outs are becoming ever more popular as people realise the damage it has the potential to cause.
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HIMALAYAN BALSAM
Himalayan Balsam is a large herbaceous annual capable of growing up to 2.5m in a year. It is widespread throughout the UK in taking a specific liking to riparian environments. Due to its quick growth and invasive nature, it forms dense monocultures outcompeting native plants and leaves the water banks susceptible to flooding.
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GIANT HOGWEED
Giant Hogweed is a tall and dangerous plant that needs to be carefully controlled. Its sap causes photosensitivity in the skin which can lead to severe blistering when exposed to sunlight. Giant hogweed is another water edge loving plant and needs to be controlled over a number of years using a bespoke management plan.
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SKUNK CABBAGE
American skunk-cabbage is native to Western North America and was introduced to the UK.
Once established the plant is very invasive, forming dense colonies which can spread by rhizome and by seed, spread by water currents, by birds and mammals.
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SNOWBERRY
Native of western North America from Alaska and Alberta to California and Colorado.
Steadily invasive and non native; however, not listed as a member of Schedule 9 of the Wildlife and Countryside Act. Widely naturalised in temperate regions of Europe.
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RHODODENDRON
Invasive non-native species threatening a variety of natural and semi-natural habitats and the associated flora and fauna.
R.ponticum is covered by the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981. It is listed under Schedule 9 of the Act and Section 14 of the Act states that it is an offence to plant or otherwise cause the species to grow in the wild.
