If you are running out of ideas in getting rid of Japanese knotweed that won’t simply die regardless of the methods you have already done, maybe you are missing something that is why you are reading this post right now.

Everybody knows how damaging and invasive Japanese knotweed is. In fact, the government in the United Kingdom already intervened to get rid of this invasive plant knowing that it already cost them millions of pounds because of damaged property, destroyed natural habitats, and native plants getting extinct because of the rapid and relentless growth and spread of this plant.

If you are having problems dealing with Japanese knotweed, you should not lose hope because there are tons of methods and safe ways to eliminate this from your property. If you have noticed that the Japanese knotweed has already shown signs of growing and taking over part of your backyard or your front porch, you should learn how to eliminate this invasive plant immediately.

The Japanese knotweed usually grows unnoticed at concrete pavements, an airport’s tarmac, building foundations, wall structures, and it also causes a reduction in property values which concerns a lot of property owners because of the risks this invasive plant poses to their properties. In fact, a lot of property owners have problems with their mortgages because of Japanese knotweed as more and more mortgage companies are declining to lend on properties that are being infested with Japanese knotweed.

Just like other plants, Japanese knotweeds spread and multiply through rhizomes beneath the ground which makes the elimination process very difficult and time-consuming that is why if you are planning to remove this plant completely, you have to be diligent and persevering in order to become successful.

Here are some great ideas that you can use to eliminate Japanese knotweed on your property.

1. Apply herbicide– Most of those who successfully eliminated Japanese knotweed on their properties is that they used a non-selective herbicide by using an undiluted formula where the weed is mostly concentrated. However, it is easier said than done because the Japanese knotweed is not easy to kill, instead, it only weakens it that is why it is best advised to repeatedly spray the plant until it dies because of its repeated regrow.
2. Hire an exterminator– If you do not have the luxury of time to take care of these invasive plants, there are local services that eliminate invasive plants through their paid services. There are even communities out there that offer free service and free spraying of any Japanese knotweed sprawling in any area.
3. Cut the plants repeatedly– If you are on a tight budget, you can cut the plants yourself by mowing it, or cutting the canes repeatedly until it eventually dies because of the inability to recover from the frequent cutting.
4. Cover it with dark-colored sheets– You can use plastic covers that are dark in color to prevent the plant from processing photosynthesis which will deprive itself of getting the nutrients from the sun that will lead to its eventual death.