Jason - if a householder doesn't even know what's in their garden, how are 'relevant housing professionals' supposed to know? My ex husband had it in the house he bought ten years ago. Fortunately, he suspected it was knotweed, asked the question of the authorities [it was coming from council owned land] and it was dealt with. If he hadn't bothered, he may well have run into difficulties when selling, not to mention havingit running rife in his property and the neighbouring ones.
I couldn't see anyone being nitpicky or sanctimonious either. A question was asked, and people responded with good advice, and their opinions. It's now up to the OP what he does.
It's a place where beautiful isn't enough of a word....
I live in west central Scotland - not where that photo is...
@Fairygirl the post at the top of the page is perhaps worth a re read? i think its thinly veiled reply to Marlorena who imo is amongst the most knowledgeable of posters.hey ho, my point still stands though.
Perhaps the tone of some the replies (particularly to newer members) is curt /borderline rude. New poster dosent necessarly equate to gardnening novice. Ive also not suggested that the idea that JK is a particularly great idea but its often about tone as much as context
This thread has become totally bonkers. I have no idea whether the poster was asking a genuine question, or, trying to wind us up, but the question has been seriously answered. No one in their right mind should contemplate growing JK, it would be totally irresponsible. Anyone supporting its growth, is I'm afraid utterly stupid. As for Giant Hogweed, fine, as long as you avoid any contact with it, it really does cause horrible burns.
How can you lie there and think of England When you don't even know who's in the team
Sorry Jason, but I can't see anyone being rude to Marlorena, who was simply quoting something said by Christo Lloyd, and doc's right - Mr Lloyd liked to ruffle feathers.
Marlorena also suggested it's not a plant most people would recommend to another for planting in a domestic situation. That's what the majority of responders are saying too.
If the OP had asked about planting Himalayan Balsam, or the hideous, destructive Rhododendron ponticum, the response would have been similar. There's good reason why these invasive, and harmful plamts, aren't used in our gardens.
It's a place where beautiful isn't enough of a word....
I live in west central Scotland - not where that photo is...
Lots of different folk have their own individual styles ... you included Marc ... not every poster finds everyone else to their liking ... but it’s not up to individuals to reprimand each other for their posting style ... if a poster contravenes the T&Cs then members can alert the Mods ... otherwise it’s best to assume that folk are well-meaning if idiosyncratic until proved otherwise ... it’s not up to any of us to play ‘form prefect’ or point out that someone’s style is not to your taste.
Gardening in Central Norfolk on improved gritty moraine over chalk ... free-draining.
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My ex husband had it in the house he bought ten years ago. Fortunately, he suspected it was knotweed, asked the question of the authorities [it was coming from council owned land] and it was dealt with. If he hadn't bothered, he may well have run into difficulties when selling, not to mention havingit running rife in his property and the neighbouring ones.
I couldn't see anyone being nitpicky or sanctimonious either. A question was asked, and people responded with good advice, and their opinions. It's now up to the OP what he does.
I live in west central Scotland - not where that photo is...
Perhaps the tone of some the replies (particularly to newer members) is curt /borderline rude. New poster dosent necessarly equate to gardnening novice. Ive also not suggested that the idea that JK is a particularly great idea but its often about tone as much as context
As I said, people were asked for their thoughts on the subject and they’ve given them.
Gardening in Central Norfolk on improved gritty moraine over chalk ... free-draining.
I have no idea whether the poster was asking a genuine question, or, trying to wind us up, but the question has been seriously answered.
No one in their right mind should contemplate growing JK, it would be totally irresponsible.
Anyone supporting its growth, is I'm afraid utterly stupid.
As for Giant Hogweed, fine, as long as you avoid any contact with it, it really does cause horrible burns.
When you don't even know who's in the team
S.Yorkshire/Derbyshire border
Marlorena also suggested it's not a plant most people would recommend to another for planting in a domestic situation. That's what the majority of responders are saying too.
If the OP had asked about planting Himalayan Balsam, or the hideous, destructive Rhododendron ponticum, the response would have been similar. There's good reason why these invasive, and harmful plamts, aren't used in our gardens.
I live in west central Scotland - not where that photo is...
Gardening in Central Norfolk on improved gritty moraine over chalk ... free-draining.