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Killing Liquidambar Roots After Tree Removal

Let Herbicide Work Before Cutting Sprouts

After spraying Roundup on sweetgum (liquidambar) sprouts, wait 2 weeks until leaves dry before cutting. Premature cutting stops translocation to roots. The herbicide will kill the root system. Future sprouts: spray as they appear. No digging or root killer needed.

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