Professional Bamboo Removal in Bridgend And All South and West Wales

Expert Bamboo Removal Covering Bridgend, Glamorgan and Throughout South and West Wales

For high quality bamboo removal in Bridgend, Clearsafe Knotweed have over 15 years professional experience in invasive weed removal and cover the whole of South and West Wales.

There has recently been a noticeable increase in cases of bamboo infestation throughout South Wales on all kinds of properties both commercial and domestic and we know that acting quickly and catching the problem early is the key.

We offer a free no – obligation initial site visit, survey and quote and can normally visit your property within 48 hours so give us a call now on 0800 634 9275 and let us get to the root of your bamboo problem !

Bamboo Plants

Bamboo has a long and rich history with it being documented over 5,000 years ago in China where it was used to build tree houses.

A strong and elegant looking plant it is actually a member of the grass family and has over 1400 varieties of species.

It was  first introduced to the UK as an ornamental plant used in all sizes of garden and landscaping and grows extremely quickly, it has actually been called the world’s fastest growing plant with certain bamboo species having been documented at growing over 90cm in a single day.

As the bamboo family of species is so incredibly varied it is essential to identify the variety of bamboo you may have before starting any treatment or removal program

Issues with Bamboo

Bamboo is a very popular and good looking plant with numerous benefits to adding it to your garden or landscape, however problems can arise because of it’s extremely aggressive, invasive and fast growing nature.

It is actually known as one of the most invasive plants in the world although this depends on the variety of bamboo.

It can cause problems for homeowners as it is very difficult to control and can grown beneath patios and paving stones and break through tarmac as it grows.

It can also cause problems to local eco systems and bio-diversity , as similar to other invasive weeds such as Japanese Knotweed it can outcompete local plant species.

There are generally two main types that bamboo is divided into, Clumping and Running bamboo.

Clumping bamboo generally has roots that gradually spread out from the centre and the canes do not tend to sprout up far from the original plant.

Running bamboo is generally the more problematic as it has a strong and sturdy underground root network, known as rhizomes, that can spread quickly and aggressively, even to surrounding properties.

Again, the bamboo plant family of species is very varied with many different types so it is very important to identify the type of bamboo present on your propery before any treatment is began.

Bamboo Removal

Bamboo control and removal treatments can vary depending on the size and spread of the infestation. Treatments also differ depending on the species of bamboo and how well established it is.

Some of the most common treatments are :

Manual Bamboo Removal  – Cutting, pruning or even mowing the bamboo. This will not remove the underground network of rhizomes however which must be removed to ensure no further spread or re-growth.

Mechanical Excavation of the Bamboo – Generally for larger infestations.

Rhizome Barriers – Physical barriers can be inserted to encourage upwards growth of the bamboo where it can be seen and cut and to keep the root network within the boundary of the barrier.

Herbicides & Chemical Treatments  – There are numerous chemical options available for bamboo treatment with glyphosate a popular choice.

Ongoing Monitoring Of The Infested Area

Once the bamboo has initially been treated and removed it is important to monitor the area for any sign that the bamboo is returning. The rhizomes are incredibly sturdy and new shoots can sprout up from just the smallest fragment of root left behind in the soil

Professional Bamboo Removal Bridgend and South & West Wales

If you you have a problem with bamboo on your domestic or commercial property in Bridgend then give us a call for a free, no – obligation site visit and survey.

We will draw you up a quote and treatment plan again all for free and are always just a call away throughout the entire treatment and removal process.

We cover the whole of South and West Wales so give us a call today on 0800 634 9275 and let us get to the root of your bamboo problem!