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Perhaps one of the most infamous invasive species in the UK, Japanese knotweed is the last thing any homeowner wants to see on their property.

There are a wide number of reasons people don’t want Japanese knotweed on their property – it’s a super spreader that’s incredibly difficult to remove, and it disrupts the native plants and habitats.

Considering this pesky plant has such a menacing reputation, you may have found yourself wondering is Japanese knotweed poisonous? Is it safe to touch?

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In 2021, RICS (the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors) published a report stating that at least 1.45 million UK homes were affected by Japanese knotweed.

Having knotweed on your property poses a lot of problems - it can reduce the value of your home, make your garden look rather unsightly, and it can even cause structural issues by growing through existing cracks and holes in fences, walls and so on.

If you've discovered this plant on your property, you probably want to get rid of it ASAP. But can Japanese knotweed be completely eradicated?

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The term ‘invasive’ can be considered to be relative, since it’s difficult to quantify one plants invasiveness and compare it to that of another plant.

However, there are a few key features to take into consideration, particularly the number of cases, the damage it causes, and where it can be found.

What is Bohemian Knotweed

Bohemian knotweed is a hybrid between Giant knotweed (Fallopia sachalinensis) and Japanese knotweed (Reynoutria japonica). As such, it shares characteristics of both plants. The leaves of Bohemian knotweed are typically smaller than that of Giant knotweed and larger than that of Japanese.

Initially introduced as an ornamental plant in Ireland, Bohemian knotweed has since been detected in the wild.

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Japanese knotweed can be a nightmare to deal with, its rapid spreading and difficulty to remove makes it one of the most dreaded invasive weeds found in the UK.

If you’re currently struggling with Japanese Knotweed on your property, you may be looking for a way to remove it.

If you’ve found your way to this blog you might be wondering if you can use diesel to kill your Japanese knotweed. If you’ve found yourself wondering at this question, you’re in the right place to find an answer.

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