Post-Goat Clearing: Chemical, Organic, and Manual Vine Root Removal

Debbie used goats to eat vegetation. Now needs to remove roots and leafless vines. Best products?

Three Approaches

1. Man-made chemicals: Round-Up or Ortho Brush-B-Gone (glyphosate/triclopyr). Systemic—brush, pour, or spray on stems/leftover vegetation; absorbs into roots. Heavy pour on root ball soil.
2. Organic: Clove oil; scalding hot water + salt + soap (recipes online). Essential near edibles.
3. Elbow grease: Dig roots multiple times. Never burn poison ivy—smoke/fumes carry toxins to lungs.

Timing

Spring is perfect—new growth emerges.