Bye bye bamboo: Avoid invasive garden plants with these easier alternatives

You might want to swap your bamboo screening for something a little less thuggish, says Hannah Stephenson

Alternatives for invasive garden plants (Alamy/PA)

I have learned the hard way about the invasive nature of bamboo. Years ago, my neighbour planted some on the garden boundary – and I have battled with it ever since, having limited success at keeping it contained.

Some experts suggest certain varieties are as invasive as the infamous Japanese knotweed. It can grow through cavity walls, bricks, drains and floors.