How to Kill a Mango Tree
Mangoes are definitely one of the most delicious fruits out there! Sweet, juicy, and as cheerful as the sun, we just can’t get enough of these golden orbs from the Mangifera indica tree. So, why would someone want to say …
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How to Get Rid of Mimosa Trees: Best Ways
If you’re looking to bid adieu to a mimosa tree, it’s likely because you want to reclaim your garden from its invasive antics, avoid costly repairs, keep things safe, and perhaps regain your sanity from the ongoing flower and seed …
How to Kill Cypress Trees
If your cypress trees are causing more trouble than they’re worth, it might be time to bid them farewell. Cypress trees can be killed by cutting them down, girdling or ringbarking, solarization, mechanical stump removal, foliar sprays, and basal bark …
Grazon Herbicide and Trees: What You Need to Know
The brand name Grazon represents a group of potent herbicides featuring the active ingredients 2,4-dichlorophenoxyacetic acid (2,4-D) and picloram. These herbicides actively combat a wide array of broadleaf weeds, such as thistles, dandelions, clover, and more. They excel at targeting …
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Killing Tree Stumps with Motor Oil: A Quick and Easy Guide
Motor oils, although capable of dispatching tree stumps, aren’t exactly environmental superheroes. They tend to have a negative impact on the environment and our well-being. Now, we don’t mean to rain on anyone’s parade, but before we go gung-ho about …
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How to Kill Elderberry Trees: 6 Ways
Are elderberry trees gatecrashing your property and overstaying their welcome like obnoxious houseguests? Worry not! We’ve concocted a foolproof plan to evict these botanical troublemakers. So grab your gardening gloves, embrace the challenge, and let’s give those troublesome trees the …
How to Kill Palo Verde Trees
Palo verde (Pakinsonia florida) can grow between 30 to 40 feet and withstand prolonged droughts, earning their spot as one of the top ornamental plants in nurseries and gardens. But just like all good things, there are times when it’s …
How to Get Rid of a Mesquite Tree: 7 Effective Ways
We have an unpopular opinion that may be a bit controversial: mesquite trees are not good for the garden. We know, we know – every tree is precious. But while mesquite trees have positive contributions, not everyone is a fan …
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How to Kill a Walnut Tree 101
Although they’re sought after for their nuts or furniture making, walnut trees (Juglans nigra) release a toxic compound called juglone. They poison the soil and prevent other plants from growing near the walnut tree. This unfortunate feature and other reasons …
A Quick Guide to Killing Sycamore Trees
Sycamore trees (Platanus occidentalis) are one of the largest hardwood species in existence, offering much-needed afternoon shade in most backyards. They typically grow between 70 to 100 feet tall and spread as much as 15 feet wide. Due to their …