Calling private landowners to clear pampas grass

GEORGE NEWS - George Municipality urges private landowners to act and clear Cortaderia selloana, commonly known as pampas grass, which is invading the George area.

The industrial areas, along the highways, local dams, and factory areas have become inundated with pampas grass and the municipality is currently clearing the pampas grass on municipal property in line with its Alien Vegetation Management Plan.

George Municipality has given notices to Transnet to clear the pampas grass on their land and they have made the commitment to act as soon as possible.

The pampas grass seeds can be dispersed by wind and human activities. Pampas grass can germinate quickly after they flower, causing them to spread rapidly.

It would be advisable to get rid of the grass in its early growth stage before it flowers and produce seeds that can be easily dispersed by wind. The methods that can be used to remove pampas grass include digging, burning, and using herbicides.

The most effective way to remove pampas grass is to use both physical and chemical methods simultaneously.

The process of eradicating pampas grass is not a one-size-fits-all, but it is important to note that the most effective way to remove pampas grass is to use both the physical and chemical methods simultaneously.

Private landowners can contact the George Municipality Parks and Recreation Department for details on registered and approved herbicides for the control of pampas grass.

Visit their offices at 82 Meade Street, George, or phone them on 044 802 2900.

Pampas grass can germinate quickly after they flower, causing them to spread rapidly.