As the summer period rolls in, many will be planning on spending more time tending to their gardens. However, there are many plants out there that can cause havoc to your beautiful flower bed.
And while some plants such as Japanese Knotweed don't create an eyesore, they can be detrimental to your garden if they grow undetected, the Express reports.
In fact, some plants are so dangerous to the health of surrounding flora, that regulations are in place that will land any gardener in trouble if they don't keep them under control.
According to official government advice, there are some plants which must not be planted without exception - if they are found to be grown you must remove them or prevent them from spreading to avoid damage to land or property. Read more:Cannabis farm, weapons and drugs found in police sweep following reports of criminality Failing to do so could lead to prosecution.
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