DIY Weed Control Guide
Know which weeds you can handle yourself and when it's time to call the experts.
Weeds You CAN Handle Yourself
Weeds That NEED Professional Treatment
Japanese Knotweed
Legally controlled waste. Root system can extend 3m deep and 7m wide. Professional treatment essential.
Giant Hogweed
DANGEROUS. Causes severe burns. Never touch without PPE. Professional removal only.
Bamboo
Rhizome system can damage foundations, drains, and boundaries. Requires specialist herbicide injection.
Horsetail
Roots can reach 2m deep. Resistant to most herbicides. Requires specialist treatment.
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