Top-Rated Bamboo Removal on South Vancouver Island

Bamboo is one of the fastest-growing plants on earth—and one of the most difficult to remove once it becomes established. While some varieties are well-behaved in pots or controlled gardens, many types, especially running bamboo, spread aggressively underground and cause long-term damage to yards, gardens, hardscapes, and even building foundations.

At Ascent Yard Care, we specialize in permanent bamboo removal across South Vancouver Island. Whether it’s a small backyard cluster or a sprawling underground infestation, our team has the experience, equipment, and strategic approach to eliminate bamboo at the root and prevent it from returning. We’re trusted by homeowners, landscape designers, and developers from Victoria to Cowichan for one reason: we get results.

Why Bamboo Is So Hard to Get Rid Of

Bamboo spreads through underground rhizomes that can travel up to 20 feet or more from the visible plant. These rhizomes are tough, persistent, and capable of pushing through lawns, garden beds, retaining walls, and even concrete cracks.

Problems caused by uncontrolled bamboo:

•	**Damage to hardscapes** – Bamboo can crack patios, lift pathways, and invade retaining walls

•	**Disruption of garden beds and lawns** – Its roots outcompete and displace everything else

•	**Extremely difficult removal** – Cutting it down makes it worse if roots are left in place

•	**Decreased property value** – Buyers are wary of properties with known bamboo infestations

•	**Legal liability** – Bamboo can spread to neighboring properties, creating disputes

Once it takes hold, bamboo becomes a major long-term problem unless handled by professionals who know how to remove it completely.

Ascent’s Proven Bamboo Removal Process

Bamboo removal isn’t a landscaping task—it’s a technical excavation and root control operation. At Ascent Yard Care, we use a systematic approach that delivers long-term results.

1. Detailed Site Inspection

We begin with a thorough assessment of your bamboo infestation—identifying the visible growth and mapping the underground rhizome network. Understanding how far it’s spread is key to effective removal.

2. Full Excavation & Rhizome Removal

We use a combination of hand tools, trenching equipment, and mechanical excavators to expose and remove the rhizomes. Every segment of root must be removed to prevent regrowth. For tight urban spaces, we work carefully around existing structures and utilities.

3. Root Barrier Installation (Optional)

In cases where bamboo is being controlled rather than fully eliminated, we can install professional-grade root barrier systems to keep it contained and manageable.

4. Herbicide Follow-Up (Optional)

For particularly stubborn infestations or where full excavation isn’t possible, we offer targeted herbicide applications by licensed professionals to kill any rhizome fragments left behind.

5. Site Cleanup & Restoration

We remove all bamboo debris and, if requested, assist with regrading, replanting, or preparing the area for new landscaping or structures.

Why Homeowners and Contractors Choose Ascent Yard Care

As the largest and most experienced invasive plant removal company on Vancouver Island, we bring the people, equipment, and systems needed to deal with even the toughest bamboo infestations.

Why we’re the go-to choice for bamboo removal:

•	**Complete removal with guaranteed results** – No shortcuts or temporary fixes

•	**Specialized equipment** – We use the right tools for efficient root excavation

•	**Licensed and insured** – Including certified herbicide applicators when necessary

•	**Respect for your property** – We work cleanly, safely, and professionally

•	**Trusted by professionals** – Developers, property managers, and landscapers call us first when bamboo becomes a problem

•	**Fast response** – Multiple full-time crews serving the entire South Island

Service Areas

We offer bamboo removal across South Vancouver Island, including:

•	Victoria

•	Oak Bay

•	Saanich

•	Langford

•	Metchosin

•	Colwood

•	View Royal

•	Highlands

•	Sooke

•	Mill Bay

•	Cobble Hill

•	Shawnigan Lake

•	Cowichan Valley

Get a Free Bamboo Removal Quote Today

If bamboo is taking over your yard or threatening your property, don’t wait. Trust Vancouver Island’s most capable team to remove it completely—and protect your landscape for good.