Removing Stubborn Holly Bushes: Persistence Wins

Holly has an incredible will to survive. Glyphosate (Roundup) absorbs slowly and doesn't translocate well in holly. Even repeated applications may not kill it. Whether you pull with a truck or cut and treat the stump, expect root sprouts for a couple of years. The key is relentless removal of every sprout; the root system will eventually starve and die.