Knotweed poses a significant threat to ecosystems, biodiversity, and even infrastructure. It is notoriously challenging to eradicate and has an extremely rapid growth rate. Even the smallest fragment of a knotweed plant will sprout roots and grow, so please do not mow knotweed!
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