Stump Grinding After Large Tree Removal: When It's Necessary

24–30 Inch Tabebuia Stump

Tree cut at base. Owner asks if grinding is necessary.

Replanting there? Yes → grind.
No plans? Leave to rot naturally.
Live tree cut? Suckers may sprout—clip them. Eventually stop.
Insects? Termites, carpenter ants, borers in rotting stump → grind immediately.

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