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kathiec
Joined: 08 May 2003
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Location: Rowlett, TX
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| Posted: Wed Jun 11, 2003 12:41 pm Post subject: Getting rid of volunteer trees |
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| For some reason, my flower beds are replete with volunteer trees sprouting up! Those that are coming up in unplanted spots I just dig out, but I have several that are coming up in the middle of established shrubs. I can't get to them to dig them and I can't put vinegar on them because they are so entwined in the shrubs. Any suggestions on how to get rid of these? |
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Mr. Clean
Joined: 27 Mar 2003
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Location: Garland, Texas
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| Posted: Wed Jun 11, 2003 2:55 pm Post subject: |
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I have a similar problem in several of my beds. Chief among the uninvited guests are Hackberry and Virginia Creeper. I can only offer what I have resorted to and that cutting the growths flush with the ground, or just below whenever possible. I have hoped that eventually the phenomenon where the plant uses up its energy and gives up would occur...but I am still waiting.
Hopefully someone can contribute a foolproof alternative. |
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