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Due to the extraordinary distance the roots can travel, running bamboo has the potential to be more damaging to property than Japanese knotweed and has similar abilities to push through brickwork, drains, cavity walls, patios and exploit cracks or weaknesses in concrete.
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Learn More »Invasive bamboo is becoming a major problem for British homeowners who may not realise that most species are invasive if left unchecked, with the 'running' varieties extending for up to 30ft beneath the ground, say experts. Easy to grow, hardy and tolerating most soil types, bamboo has flourished in popularity among UK gardeners in recent years, particularly favoured in urban areas for its screening qualities, creating privacy in overlooked gardens. However, according to Environet UK, bamboo can also be highly invasive and can spread out of control if allowed. There are several varieties that can be categorised into the ‘clumping’ and ‘running’ types, all of which have large underground root and rhizome systems. But it’s the running types in particular that can cause headaches for homeowners, sending out long, lateral rhizomes up to 30ft from the main plant, causing the plant to spread with new shoots unexpectedly appearing in new locations. When it encroaches into an adjoining property, it can cause disputes between neighbours – and that's the last thing anybody wants. Due to the extraordinary distance the roots can travel, running bamboo has the potential to be more damaging to property than Japanese knotweed and has similar abilities to push through brickwork, drains, cavity walls, patios and exploit cracks or weaknesses in concrete. In a recent case, a homeowner in Chandlers Ford, Hampshire, had bamboo growing up between the skirting board and the wall in his living room, having encroached from next door’s garden and exploited a weakness in the property’s foundations. Even clumping bamboos, although preferable to running varieties, can become invasive if left unchecked for a number of years. All bamboo should be planted in containers with root barriers designed to contain bamboo, to ensure they cannot spread. Nic Seal, MD of Environet UK, which deals with all types of invasive plants including Japanese knotweed and bamboo, said: 'Bamboo is a vigorous and fast-growing plant that has been steadily growing in popularity in the UK over the last decade or so, but it’s very difficult to contain and virtually impossible to kill with herbicide. It’s commonly sold at nurseries and garden centres across the country with little or no warnings about its invasive nature or sensible advice about how to contain it. 'If you do decide to plant bamboo, make sure you choose a clumping variety such as Bambusa or Chusquea and avoid the running types which send long roots out spreading many metres from the original plant. It’s also a good idea to place it in a pot or bed which is lined with a strong vertical root barrier designed to contain bamboo.'
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Learn More »'I have acted for a number of clients who have taken legal action against their neighbour for nuisance caused as a result of a bamboo infestation where the offending party has had to pay significant removal costs and legal bills. 'Due to the increase in nuisance claims it is something that the mortgage companies are closely looking at and I wouldn’t be surprised to see them imposing lending restrictions on properties that suffer with bamboo infestations in the future.' Retired couple Angela and John Francis planted a small Japanese ornamental garden in the back garden of their home in Earley, Reading a few years ago (pictured above). Angela did some research into the type of bamboo she should plant but was mis-sold by a local nursery and despite being reassured it wouldn’t grow more than a metre high or spread, it grew to several meters in height and began to spread across the garden towards the house, damaging the patio. Angela said: 'I’m a keen gardener and was actually quite aware of the invasive nature of bamboo, which is why I did lots of research and asked the experts at the nursery which type to buy. 'However, I was unfortunately mis-sold and now have bamboo that has grown several feet higher than the fence with new shoots popping up nearby. The patio needs to be dug up and we’re worried that if we don’t treat it, it could reach the house. 'Bamboo can look lovely but I would urge people to be very careful as most types are invasive and it could turn out to be a costly mistake.' The couple instructed Environet to remove the bamboo and it was recently excavated using a mini digger to remove the root ball and the lateral rhizomes. But it's a clear warning about what can happen if you plant the wrong type of bamboo. 10 of the best hedgehog houses for gardens Featured on TV Hogilo Hedgehog Home Wildlife World amazon.co.uk £61.00 SHOP NOW • Featured on BBC's Autumnwatch. • Made from durable FSC timber and recycled plastic. • The swivel roof lid provides easy access inside the Hogilo for cleaning, feeding or tending to recovering hedgehogs. • An overhanging roof and porch gives protection against the rain. Most stylish Wooden Hedgehog House Wudwerx notonthehighstreet.com £120.00 SHOP NOW • Entrance tunnel into shelter prevents cats, dogs, and foxes from getting in. • Removable back panels allow easy access for cleaning of the house. • Made from FSC wood. Most durable Hedgehog House Garden Life vanmeuwen.com £29.99 SHOP NOW • Made using durable wood and features a waterproof roof, pre-treated with hedgehog-safe water-based varnish to ensure it survives the elements of British weather. • Camouflaged green roof keeps the hedgehogs safe and out of sight. • Made of durable fir wood and features a pitched roof that helps water runoff. Best sturdy frame Hedgehog House, Wicken Fen Collection National Trust nationaltrust.org.uk £35.00 SHOP NOW • This rattan hedgehog house provides a safe habitat with a sturdy steel frame covered with a waterproof felt lining. • The wooden entrance door forms a short predator defence tunnel, small enough to deter access by dogs or badgers. Most Camouflaged Tiggy Wooden Hedgehog House Garden Selections notonthehighstreet.com £29.99 SHOP NOW • Handmade from natural barkwood with moss for added camouflage. • The doorway provides extra protection as it protrudes from the main body of the shelter. Best waterproof roof Igloo hedgehog home Waitrose Garden waitrosegarden.com £32.99 SHOP NOW • Provides a cosy sanctuary from pets, predators, harsh weather and garden tools. • Accommodates a family. • Features a felted waterproof roof covered with a brush wood finish and decorated with rattan bands. Easy to clean Hedgehog House WL014 Tom Chambers amazon.co.uk £46.99 SHOP NOW • Solid, sturdy safe house. • Made from stained FSC wood and genuine slate roof, which keeps the house cool in summer. Perfect for single hedgehog Hedgehog House Garden Trading gardentrading.co.uk £55.00 SHOP NOW • Safe and secure with a small opening to prevent cats, dogs and foxes from getting in. • Crafted in Spruce, the sturdy and durable material is left untreated, as chemicals can be harmful for the inhabitants. Snug shelter Hedgehog house Waitrose Garden waitrosegarden.com £29.59 SHOP NOW • Sturdy hedgehog house provides a snug shelter. • Pitched and felted roof helps water run off to prolong the life of the wood. • Made from fine-grained timber. Price-friendly Hogitat Hedgehog House Garden Selections notonthehighstreet.com £21.99 SHOP NOW • Sturdy, rust-proofed steel frame and waterproofed roof. • It's an economic & safe retreat for hedgehogs.
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