greatbritishhoney
Drone Bee
- Joined
- Aug 16, 2010
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- Location
- Montgomeryshire
- Hive Type
- National
- Number of Hives
- 6
"Himalayan balsam is listed under Schedule 9 to the Wildlife and Countryside Act
1981 with respect to England and Wales. As such, it is an offence to plant or
otherwise allow this species to grow in the wild".
"Out-competes native species in ecologically sensitive areas, particularly river
banks. Where it grows in dense stands along river banks it can impede flow at
times of high rainfall, increasing the likelihood of flooding. Die back of extensive
stands over winter can leave river banks bare and exposed to erosion".
How does a £5000 fine and 6 months in jail grab you?
1981 with respect to England and Wales. As such, it is an offence to plant or
otherwise allow this species to grow in the wild".
"Out-competes native species in ecologically sensitive areas, particularly river
banks. Where it grows in dense stands along river banks it can impede flow at
times of high rainfall, increasing the likelihood of flooding. Die back of extensive
stands over winter can leave river banks bare and exposed to erosion".
How does a £5000 fine and 6 months in jail grab you?
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