Top-Rated Yellow Archangel Removal on South Vancouver Island

Yellow archangel (Lamiastrum galeobdolon) is a fast-spreading, deceptively attractive groundcover that’s become a serious invasive threat across South Vancouver Island. Originally introduced as a decorative plant, it quickly escapes garden borders and takes over natural areas, choking out native vegetation and altering forest ecosystems.

At Ascent Yard Care, we specialize in permanent yellow archangel removal. As Vancouver Island’s most experienced and capable invasive species removal company, we offer full-service solutions that eliminate archangel at the root and restore your property to health. From residential gardens to municipal woodlands, we handle infestations of every size—safely, efficiently, and permanently.

Why Yellow Archangel Is a Problem

Although often planted for its attractive silver-streaked leaves and yellow flowers, yellow archangel is one of the most difficult groundcovers to control once established. It thrives in the shady, damp conditions typical of Victoria, Saanich, Metchosin, and surrounding areas.

The problems it causes:

• Rapid spread: Archangel spreads by runners (stolons), creating dense mats that smother native vegetation
• Forest degradation: It takes over the forest floor, preventing the regeneration of native shrubs, trees, and groundcovers
• Difficult to remove: Pieces of root or stem left behind can regrow quickly, making DIY efforts ineffective
• Environmental damage: Its spread disrupts ecosystems and reduces habitat quality for birds and small animal

Like periwinkle and English ivy, yellow archangel is a classic “pretty but dangerous” plant that requires professional removal to stop its spread for good.

Ascent’s Proven Archangel Removal Strategy

Removing yellow archangel the right way takes precision, patience, and experience. Our team uses a systematic, multi-step approach to remove it fully and prevent it from coming back.

1. Comprehensive Site Assessment

We start by identifying all infested areas on your property—lawns, garden beds, wooded areas, fence lines, and understructures. Based on the site conditions and level of infestation, we build a customized removal strategy.

2. Manual and Mechanical Removal

Our trained crews use hand tools and excavation equipment to carefully remove the plant, including all runners, stolons, and root material. We work meticulously to prevent fragmentation, which can cause rapid regrowth if left behind.

3. Selective Herbicide Treatment (Optional)

For dense or widespread infestations—especially in inaccessible or forested areas—we offer targeted herbicide application by licensed professionals. This helps destroy root systems and eliminates any regrowth with minimal environmental impact.

4. Safe Disposal & Site Restoration

All plant debris is bagged and disposed of according to local invasive species protocols—archangel should never be composted. We can also assist with replanting native species or installing mulch or erosion control fabric to stabilize the site and prevent re-invasion.

Why South Island Property Owners Trust Ascent Yard Care

Ascent Yard Care is Vancouver Island’s leading provider of invasive plant removal services. With multiple full-time crews, top-tier equipment, and a sharp focus on results, we’re trusted by homeowners, conservation groups, and municipalities alike.

Why choose us:

• Permanent results – We remove yellow archangel completely, not just trim it back
• Trained crews with attention to detail – Essential for this stubborn, fast-recovering species
• Licensed herbicide applicators – For targeted, safe, and legal chemical treatment
• Full cleanup and restoration – We leave your property better than we found it
• Locally rooted and highly experienced – We know South Island terrain, weather, and plant behavior
• Fully insured and safety-compliant – Peace of mind on every job, big or small

Service Area

We remove yellow archangel throughout South Vancouver Island, including:

• Oak Bay
• Victoria
• Saanich
• Esquimalt
• View Royal
• Langford
• Metchosin
• Highlands
• Sooke
• Mill Bay
• Cobble Hill
• Shawnigan Lake
• Cowichan Valley
• Gulf Islands (by request)

Book a Free Quote Today

Don’t let yellow archangel take over your garden, greenbelt, or forest edge. Let Vancouver Island’s most trusted team remove it completely—and protect your landscape for the long term.