What's the easiest way to get rid of the "trunks" of shrubs?
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Lyromo
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We cut down shrubs that were too big and overgrown and would now like to get rid of the "trunks" so we can plants dwarf sized shrubs that won't grow out of control.
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You will have to dig the balance out,any chemicals applied will enable you from planting.
Agreed! You will have to dig out the root ball of shrubs you removed.
Dig out the root ball of the shrubs you cut down. Any chemical based stump remover used will most likely affect the ability of anything else trying to grow there. Using good old-fashioned elbow grease and effort, dig down around and under the root ball. Using rubber gloves and then water to loosen the dirt might help, and that would ensure that the soil will be loosened and inviting to the new dwarf shrubs that you would like to plant.
I wood try drilling holes in the larger stumps and pouring ebsom salt into them. Its natural and will help decay the roots
Easiest way to remove them if you haven't cut them all of the way to the ground...
TIGHTLY tie rope around them, tie rope to car bumper and pull them out. I did this with 28 shrubs that covered my entire front yard years ago. Worked like a charm.
I bought this tool that fits onto a drill and digs holes in the soil..I bought mine to plant plants because i can't dig anymore so i can't see why you couldnt use it to dig holes around the stumps ..You can use it to dig deep down with out the back breaking work...They are sold in the US too but a different company.
https://www.powerplanter.com.au/products/power-planter-324
Dig around the root ball then pull it out with a rope, a hook and your riding lawnmower. I've dug out many of them when we were clearing our land.