Japanese Knotweed is a highly invasive and rapidly growing plant species with the potential to cause significant damage to buildings, roads, and native ecosystems. Originating from East Asia, it was introduced to the UK in the 19th century as an ornamental plant. However, it quickly spread and became a significant problem. Given its impact, many …

Japanese Knotweed is a resilient and aggressive plant that has earned a notorious reputation for its ability to wreak havoc on landscapes, infrastructure, and ecosystems. But what exactly is Japanese Knotweed, and why is it such a cause for concern?

With the onset of the growing season, this invasive plant species begins its aggressive growth, posing a significant threat to properties, landscapes and native flora…

Identifying Japanese Knotweed (reynoutria japonica) is crucial because it is an invasive plant species that can cause significant damage to ecosystems and structures…

As we come to the end of the 2021 growing season there is still time to apply an effective treatment to Japanese Knotweed….

As a member of the Property Care Association (PCA) Inspectas can provide separately underwritten Insurance Backed Guarantee’s (IBG) that sit in conjunction with our standard 10-year warranty….

As we approach August, we start to see Japanese Knotweed begin to flower and it’s at this point that the herbicides are most effective when it comes to dealing with the plant….

One particular infestation just north of London caught our eye this week with canes already reaching over 2m in height…

The Japanese Knotweed Management (KMP) plan is an essential document when it comes to dealing with Japanese Knotweed – and there are several good reasons why…