INVASIVE & AMENITY WEEDS DIRECTORY

There are over 200 identified species in the UK causing issues to homeowners, landowners, authorities, environmental agencies and commercial businesses. For more information view the lists below.

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Apr

Field of Himalayan balsam pink flowers with green leaves with gray cloudy sky on the horizon

Himalayan balsam and planning permissions

By The EC Team

This article has been reviewed by our invasive weeds expert: Darren Greatbatch, Specialist Advisory Manager, Amenity & Invasive Weeds, at Environment Controls. Last reviewed on 10th April 2026. This article explains why Himalayan balsam is similar to knotweed in the issues it causes, compliance around its removal, and potential fines that are commercial concerns for developers,…

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Mar

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How to reduce herbicide usage on amenity contracts

By The EC Team

Want to find out how to reduce herbicide usage on amenity contracts without reduced efficacy? Discover the reasons why this matters and how we can help.

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