The Problem
The invasive, rapid, growth of this weed species out-competes native plants, absorbs all available nutrients and chokes ponds and ditches. The plant is very difficult to control as growth continues during winter.

Currently, reports indicate that the weed has spread to over 150 sites, many sited in the South East of England.

The Solution
Chemical control will be obtained by applying granular herbicides approved for aquatic use in the spring in shallow water and areas of damp ground. Applications of other approved herbicides to emergent leaves and stems during the growing season will also provide good control.

Cutting and dredging can be used effectively for treating small areas but all fragments should be removed to prevent re-growth and spreading downstream.

A Goss aquatic weed specialist will provide immediate identification and advise suitable control treatments.