Eradicating Brambles, Nettles, and Rushes in a Stone Ditch

You want to clear brambles, nettles, and rushes smothering an old stone ditch. A neighboring site is also overrun and likely seeding onto yours. You ask how often to cut the neighbor’s vegetation.

Chemical Control (If No Desirables)

Spray entire area with glyphosate (Roundup or generic). Safe near potable water, no soil residue, kills most plants. Spray when green growth is maximal; repeat on regrowth.

If Desirable Plants Exist

Mix glyphosate in a bucket, apply with a sponge mop to target weeds only.

Neighbor’s Site

Cutting won’t fully prevent seeding (wind blows seeds from elsewhere). Spray any regrowth on your side promptly.