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Here\u2019s what you need to know.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Is Japanese Knotweed?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Knotweed was originally brought to the U.S. as an ornamental plant, but it quickly became a <strong>noxious invasive weed<\/strong>. In Seattle, it\u2019s commonly found in yards, along fences, and near waterlines. It grows <strong>up to 12 feet tall<\/strong>, spreads underground with powerful rhizomes, and can <strong>push through asphalt, patios, and even building foundations<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Knotweed Is a Problem<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This isn\u2019t just a nuisance plant \u2014 knotweed is destructive:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Spreads quickly:<\/strong> Its rhizomes can grow 30+ feet underground and sprout new shoots anywhere they reach.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Damages property:<\/strong> Knotweed can crack pavement, lift retaining walls, and compromise foundations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Harms the environment:<\/strong> It crowds out native plants and destabilizes streambanks, increasing erosion.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Hard to kill:<\/strong> Cutting it down only makes it come back stronger \u2014 even a tiny root fragment can regrow.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Because of these issues, Washington State classifies knotweed as a <strong>noxious weed<\/strong>, and landowners are responsible for controlling it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Safe and Effective Removal Methods<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s no quick fix with knotweed, but there are safe ways to control and remove it:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Mechanical Removal<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>We cut and dig out knotweed using commercial tools.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>This often requires repeated visits since rhizomes are extensive.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Excavation and soil screening may be needed for severe infestations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Herbicide Treatments<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Selective herbicides (applied properly and legally) can weaken rhizomes over time.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Herbicide should never be used near vegetable gardens or without proper safety training.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Combination Approach<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The most effective strategy is often a mix of cutting, digging, and carefully timed treatments.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Installing <strong>landscape fabric and mulch<\/strong> afterward helps suppress regrowth.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>At Lee\u2019s General Landscaping, we design a <strong>custom plan<\/strong> for each property, balancing safety, cost, and long-term control.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Professional Hauling and Disposal<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You can\u2019t just toss knotweed in the compost bin \u2014 it can re-root and spread. We <strong>bag, haul, and dispose of knotweed waste properly<\/strong> at approved facilities to prevent reinfestation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Hire Professionals for Knotweed Removal?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>DIY attempts often make knotweed worse. 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We offer:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Knotweed identification and inspection<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Step-by-step removal and treatment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Haul-away and safe disposal<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mulch installation for ongoing suppression<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Follow-up plans to keep your yard knotweed-free<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2705 If you\u2019ve found knotweed on your property, don\u2019t wait \u2014 it only spreads faster. Contact <strong>Lee\u2019s General Landscaping<\/strong> for a professional consultation and let us help you reclaim your yard.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you\u2019ve spotted a tall, bamboo-like plant with broad leaves and clusters of tiny white flowers in your yard, chances are you\u2019re dealing with Japanese knotweed \u2014 one of the most aggressive invasive weeds in Seattle. 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