US EditionThe 'invasive' plant with pink flowers that looks pretty but leads to hefty fine
- In the UK, illegally dumping any waste containing Japanese knotweed is a criminal act that can result in a prison sentence of up to two years and an unlimited financial penalty.
- This regulation responds to the rise in fly-tipping, which spreads Japanese knotweed rapidly and creates new infestations, increasing the plant’s prevalence along roadsides and riverbanks.
- Property expert Robert Quinton warns that if unmanaged, Japanese knotweed and the similar invasive Himalayan balsam can overwhelm gardens, damage biodiversity, and affect property values.
- The plant grows up to 2 meters tall and blooms pink or purple flowers from June to November, and experts advise hand-pulling or cutting before flowering to control Himalayan balsam effectively.
- The enforcement of these laws aims to prevent the spread of invasive species, protect biodiversity, and reduce the economic impact on property owners caused by unchecked plant growth.
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