The EASIEST Way to Kill a Tree Stump
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Killing a tree stump using herbicide is a very easy process, even if you cut the tree down months ago. When the bare stump has been exposed for a while, all you need is a drill, a large drill bit, and herbicide that is effective against the target tree species. We’re using Tordon RTU, but you should verify that it will work for your needs before you go out and buy it.
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When a tree is cut down the stump will only accept herbicide for about 30 minutes. After that, in an attempt to heal itself the stump will “scab over”. When this happens you can no longer apply herbicide to the cut stump. By opening a fresh wound, in our case by using a cordless drill and a spade bit, herbicide can be effectively applied even months later.
This tree (we believe it was a Bradford pear) was growing directly in front of our house. It was a nuisance; it was ugly, it clogged up the gutters, and it was much too close to our home. So we cut it down. We did not, however, treat the stump with herbicide after felling the tree, so months later this tree is trying to resprout. Instead of fighting with the sprouts every time we need to weedeat, we’re going to treat the stump and kill it once and for all.
Apply herbicide to the outermost inch or so (known as the cambium layer) of the tree stump. This layer of the tree contains the structure by which moisture (and therefore herbicide) is transported up and down the tree. Always be safe when using herbicides and always read the label to make sure the herbicide you’re using is effective against the tree species you’re targeting.
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Thanks it looks easy enough. I will buy the product (Tordon) and let it do the work.
@GWPHomestead
8 ай бұрын
Works great, I’ve got more trees and stumps to do and I’m gonna have to buy some more myself.
Did this work even though you applied the Tordon RTU a while after the tree was cut down? I thought it needed to be applied immediately after the tree was cut? I have shoots growing up all over my back yard from a tree i cut down a couple months ago. Is it too late, or will this work?
@GWPHomestead
Жыл бұрын
You are correct that herbicide should be applied immediately after the cut because the stump attempts to scab over. The reason I drilled the holes was to open up a new wound so the herbicide would be effective. If I had to do this over again I would’ve drilled a little deeper and added a few more holes, but it did work. It should work for you, too. Thanks for watching!
I’ve got literally the same issue. Same tree and everything. Problem it’s not just re sprouting fruit the stump but also the roots that were close to the surface. Will the herbicide affect other plants around it? The tree is also in the middle of side garden lol
@GWPHomestead
Жыл бұрын
Yes it can affect other plants, but it's hard to say exactly which ones will or won't be harmed. These bradford pears are a problem!
Thank you 🙌
@GWPHomestead
2 жыл бұрын
Best of luck!
Tordon is the best. We lost an Aspen tree due to Hurricane Derecho. Then sprouts came up all the yard.
@GWPHomestead
2 жыл бұрын
Trees are so resilient but Tordon will flat knock stuff out. I may have to go back and hit this particular stump with a couple more shots, there are a few sprigs hanging on for dear life.
@Foodie_888
2 жыл бұрын
@@GWPHomestead I am just thankful it knocks out the roots as well. I've tried other products and nothing worked like Tordon. The Aspen sprouts (suckers) throughout my front and backyard would multiple for every sprout I pull.
what size spade are you using.? I've used a 1/2 inch spade and it feels slow; but then again I'm using a black and decker rechargeable 8v. or is it better to get a 12 v drill?
@GWPHomestead
Жыл бұрын
I don’t remember what I grabbed, probably a 3/4” or 1”, just whatever was in the toolbox. As far as the drill I think you could get by with whatever you have, no reason to go buy a new tool unless you have plans for it beyond drilling holes in a stump.
@claytonmorgan3752
8 ай бұрын
Its easiest to cut slits in tree with chainsaw after you cut the tree down. Its brutal on drills and drill bits.
@tonystephengrayson
8 ай бұрын
If your drill isn't very powerful, pilot the hole first with regular drill bits. Something like 5mm>10mm>spade bit
Will this stuff kill the roots too? I got tree stump roots I need to kill growing into my Sewer Lateral (main sewer) that runs from my house outside to main St Sewer
@GWPHomestead
2 ай бұрын
Yes it kills it all.
Im gonna be doing the same thing to a stump beside my ac unit. How long did it take after treatment til you were able to pull the stump up?
@GWPHomestead
10 ай бұрын
Haven’t even tried to pull it, I’m just letting the mushrooms work it over.
What does the stump look like after the stump dies for good? Did you remove it with ease? Or just leave it?
@GWPHomestead
3 ай бұрын
Over time it just begins to rot away. This stump is close to the foundation of the house - too close to burn, and its not really in the way so I'm just leaving it alone and letting nature work its course.
Can you use a chainsaw to put notches in the stump to pour the tordon in?
@GWPHomestead
8 ай бұрын
Yes you can, I've done that too.
How does it take to work?
@GWPHomestead
Жыл бұрын
Starts working immediately, you may have a little more growth as the herbicide works it’s way through the root system but eventually it all dies.
Would hacking the stump work with this method? Just as long as I get ‘wet’ wood exposed?
@GWPHomestead
2 жыл бұрын
I don't see why it wouldn't work, like you said the point is to expose that wet cambium layer of the stump. Can't hurt to try!
@WorldResolve
2 жыл бұрын
@@GWPHomestead I will give it a try and go to the store to pick up some trodon RTU. Got a stump right up against my home’s foundation a bit nervous that the roots will damage it, need it dead.
@GWPHomestead
2 жыл бұрын
Same situation I had with the stump in this video - best of luck!
I actually prefer using Epson salt rather than herbicide gives the same affect just takes a slight bit of labor and the ability to put more Epson salt in several times in a summer drill half a dozen 10 inch deep holes depending on stop after a summer Epson salt will dry out kill off the stump and then you can just use a piece of sheet metal and some barbecue charcoal and just end up burning/smoldering the stump for a day and bury it over and everything‘s gone. If you cannot burn it the stump will just probably right away within a year or so after the Summer of keeping it moist with Epson salt and a piece of plastic.
@GWPHomestead
2 жыл бұрын
To each their own. Herbicide has worked well for me - Epsom salts not so much. Best of luck!
@gregoryray9669
11 ай бұрын
10" deep holes in a stump?
@britney901
8 ай бұрын
Effect, not affect
It would have been more helpful if you showed us what it looked like a month after putting that on. A before and after .
Curious on results??
@GWPHomestead
14 күн бұрын
Worked great! Stump is slowly rotting away.
What after this? I cannot burn or grind it since its literally touching my fence. Any other way to completely get rid of the stump after treating it with the herbicide.
@GWPHomestead
2 жыл бұрын
The only other way that I'm aware of is to wait it out and let it rot. Other folks on youtube may have better ideas, though - best of luck!
@shannadaniel3772
2 жыл бұрын
I just saw where it said to expose as much of the root as possible and pour boiling water on the roots, and it will shock and kill it.
would have been nice to see how it worked???
@GWPHomestead
Жыл бұрын
Worked well but looking back I should’ve drilled a few more holes, I had to add a couple more after the fact. Thanks for watching.
@maggiespudzify
Жыл бұрын
How long did it take for the stump to die?
Or go non toxic and just cover it with black plastic for one warm summer
@GWPHomestead
2 жыл бұрын
That should work fine, too 👍🏻
Power drill down 6" minimum with a larger bit
Thanks and what’s the name of herbicide
@GWPHomestead
2 жыл бұрын
I used Tordon RTU here. Always read the label and pick a herbicide that’s effective against the tree species you’re targeting. Best of luck and thanks for watching!
Ok. Then do u burn the stump?
@GWPHomestead
2 жыл бұрын
Burn it, grind it, whatever you want. Just give it enough time for the herbicide to work it's way through the root system to kill what's left. Thanks for watching!
And did it work...
@GWPHomestead
2 жыл бұрын
I did have to drill a few more holes and add some more herbicide. Other than that, yes, just takes a little time.
Charge ya battery mate
@GWPHomestead
2 жыл бұрын
It’s a constant struggle
So that's all u do????