Black Locust Stump Sprouts: Roundup Wipe Control

11 black locusts cut spring 2006; constant sprouts. How to stop?

Source and Solution

Sprouts from cut tree roots. Must kill roots.

Roundup (glyphosate) wipe: Cloth/mop on sprout foliage. Translocates to roots. Kills any green contact – discard applicator after.
Spraying kills grass too; wiping targets only sprouts.

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