Identify and record
Assess visible invasive growth and the site conditions that shape a practical response.
Rivers & watercourses
Invasive plant work along waterways.
Surveys, management plans and targeted treatment for riverbanks, water-adjacent land and connected corridors.
Field experience
River work is a speciality.
Our invasive plant experience began on Sheffield’s rivers in 2012, including practical Japanese knotweed containment and herbicide work. That background continues to inform how we approach riverbanks, water-adjacent land and environmentally sensitive sites.
Japanese knotweed, giant hogweed and Himalayan balsam can all affect river corridors. We identify the plant, assess the extent of growth and consider access, the watercourse, surrounding habitat and how the land is used.
We discuss the treatment area, timing, biosecurity and follow-up before agreeing a plan. The scope depends on the plant and the site.
Direct services
From survey to ongoing control.
Agree the programme
Set out a proportionate management plan, treatment area, timing and monitoring approach.
Treat and follow up
Provide targeted herbicide treatment and follow-up visits as agreed for the location.
In England, herbicide use in or near water requires an Environment Agency agreement in advance. We assess that requirement for the proposed work. Read the Environment Agency guidance ↗
Where to start
Choose your next step
Not sure what the plant is? Start with free identification and advice. Buying or selling? Explore inspections and surveys. Planning site works? Discuss access, deadlines and the inspection needed before a quote.
River site enquiry
Tell us what is growing.
Share the watercourse location, photographs if available and what the land needs to be used for.