If you have a fescue lawn plagued by small sweetgum saplings sprouting from a tree that was cut down years ago, you're not alone. These persistent shoots emerge from living root fragments left in the soil.
The simplest and most reliable approach is regular clipping or mowing of the leafy sprouts. By consistently removing the leaves, you starve the remaining root pieces of the energy they need to survive. Over time, the sprouts will gradually stop emerging altogether.
No herbicides or digging are required—just patience and a consistent mowing routine.
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