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Fast growing Himalayan balsam

Mainly found on riverbanks and along railway embankments, Himalayan balsam grows at phenomenal rates.

While it can be removed by hand, extra care must be taken. Contact with this invasive plant can result in the dispersal of seeds, worsening the problem.

If you have concerns about Himalayan balsam removal, we’re here to help.

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When will it be seen?

  • Will usually be seen from June to October

What does it look like?

  • Can grow from 6 to 10ft tall
  • Will usually have serrated, green, oval shaped leaves with red veins
  • Will produce bright purple flowers from June to September

Watch out for the seeds!

The ripe seeds of a Himalayan balsam plant explode when matured. This explosion can spread seeds up to seven metres away from the plant.

This is why it’s important to have an expert remove these plants – they spread very easily.

We’re proud to have locations in London, Leeds, Birmingham, Liverpool, Hull, Manchester, Bristol, Newcastle, Sheffield, Cardiff and Bury St Edmunds.

This means we can help people all over the country tackle any issues with invasive plants. Find your local office from our list of coverage areas.

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If you’re dealing with an invasive weed problem, we’re on hand to help you solve it.

With over 10 years of experience and an accreditation with both INNSA and PCA, we’re the experts when it comes to residential Himalayan balsam removal.

Looking for information on a different species?

Invasive weeds come in all shapes and sizes. Find out more about the common types of invasive weeds below.

Bamboo

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Giant Hogweed

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Buddleia Davidii

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Himalayan Knotweed

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Giant Knotweed

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Alpine Knotweed

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Chinese Knotweed

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Case Studies

Stem injection herbicidal treatment

Herbicidal Treatment Gets Knotweed Under Control

A new property owner wasn’t aware of knotweed infestation on the property. Our treatment got it under control.

Japanese knotweed growing in a residential garden

Property Sells After Japanese Knotweed Removed And Capped

After discovering a Japanese Knotweed infestation following a valuation, a client was devastated to hear that their property value would be reduced by 30%.

Knotweed

Field Of Dreams To Dream Homes

IWM were approached by the client looking to develop the site for housing. Analysis showed Japanese Knotweed contamination.

Mini digger excavating in a garden

Garden Plans Back On Track After Knotweed Excavation

A client wanted to revamp their garden, but their plans were halted after discovering a Japanese Knotweed infestation.

Stem injection herbicidal treatment

Herbicidal Treatment Gets Knotweed Under Control

A new property owner wasn’t aware of knotweed infestation on the property. Our treatment got it under control.

Japanese knotweed growing in a residential garden

Property Sells After Japanese Knotweed Removed And Capped

After discovering a Japanese Knotweed infestation following a valuation, a client was devastated to hear that their property value would be reduced by 30%.

Knotweed

Field Of Dreams To Dream Homes

IWM were approached by the client looking to develop the site for housing. Analysis showed Japanese Knotweed contamination.

Mini digger excavating in a garden

Garden Plans Back On Track After Knotweed Excavation

A client wanted to revamp their garden, but their plans were halted after discovering a Japanese Knotweed infestation.

Stem injection herbicidal treatment

Herbicidal Treatment Gets Knotweed Under Control

A new property owner wasn’t aware of knotweed infestation on the property. Our treatment got it under control.

Japanese knotweed growing in a residential garden

Property Sells After Japanese Knotweed Removed And Capped

After discovering a Japanese Knotweed infestation following a valuation, a client was devastated to hear that their property value would be reduced by 30%.

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