How to kill, really kill Tree of Heaven

Bernella
by Bernella
  5 answers
  • FL FL on Aug 11, 2017

    "Gardeners combating this invasive plant should be prepared for a long battle that can take years before the tree is completed eradicated." That said, no time like the present to start the battle: http://homeguides.sfgate.com/kill-ailanthus-tree-heaven-69674.html  ; Good luck!

  • Lynn Ferry Ogden Lynn Ferry Ogden on Aug 11, 2017

    I need help with this also......we all them "Trees of Hell".....

  • Sharon Sharon on Aug 11, 2017

    METHODOLOGY. CUT STUMP

    Cut the stem about six inches above ground level. Apply the herbicide to the sides of the stump, including the root collar area, and outer portion of the cut surface until thoroughly wet but not to the point of runoff. ...

    Apply herbicide in a band around the entire stem. I would get Tordon RTU Stump Killer

    I would also rake up any seed pods. This is an invasive tree species.


  • Sharon Sharon on Aug 11, 2017

    Ophs, this tree suckers out to reproduce, so your going to have to watch the stump and repeat the application if you see any suckers coming up.

  • Kathleen Finan Kathleen Finan on Aug 11, 2017

    Also be careful, skunks like to buro in tree trunks