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Cottonless Cottonwood Stump Sprouts: Glyphosate Control

Seven cottonless cottonwoods removed, stumps ground. Now sprouts everywhere.

Cause

Roots still alive. Cutting in growing season triggers sprouting from stored energy.

Control

Spray sprout foliage with glyphosate (Roundup). Translocates to roots. Protect desirable plants—glyphosate kills all green tissue. For precision near grass: wipe sprouts with glyphosate-soaked cloth (wear gloves).

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