Why You Should Replace a Dogwood Instead of Keeping Stump Sprouts

Dogwood Stump Sprouts: A Weak Foundation

When a dogwood tree is cut down, the stump often sends up new shoots. While it may be tempting to let one grow into a new tree, these sprouts are weakly attached to the old trunk.

Better to Plant Anew

Once the shoots reach about six feet tall, they tend to split off from the stump, creating a hazardous and structurally unsound tree. The best course of action is to remove the stump entirely and plant a new, healthy dogwood in its place.