{"id":1681,"date":"2022-07-03T13:04:21","date_gmt":"2022-07-03T13:04:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/?p=1681"},"modified":"2022-10-31T08:44:41","modified_gmt":"2022-10-31T08:44:41","slug":"what-is-cut-stump-treatment","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/what-is-cut-stump-treatment\/","title":{"rendered":"What Is Cut Stump Treatment?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Cut stump treatment is one of the most effective ways of controlling the growth of invasive woody plant species. Let\u2019s take a look at everything you need to know about cut stump treatment and how to perform it correctly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Cut stump treatment involves painting or spraying a freshly cut stump with herbicide. For example, glyphosate, Trdon or triclopyr can be used,  This method is ideal for controlling the growth of woody plants with a trunk diameter of more than 1 inch. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_62 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #000000;color:#000000\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 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ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/what-is-cut-stump-treatment\/#When_is_Cut_Surface_Treatment_Most_Useful\" title=\"When is Cut Surface Treatment Most Useful?\">When is Cut Surface Treatment Most Useful?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/what-is-cut-stump-treatment\/#What_Size_Plants_And_Trees_Are_Most_Suitable_For_Cut_Stump_Treatment\" title=\"What Size Plants And Trees Are Most Suitable For Cut Stump Treatment?\">What Size Plants And Trees Are Most Suitable For Cut Stump Treatment?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/what-is-cut-stump-treatment\/#Which_is_the_Best_Season_to_Use_Cut_Stump_Treatment\" title=\"Which is the Best Season to Use Cut Stump Treatment?\">Which is the Best Season to Use Cut Stump Treatment?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/what-is-cut-stump-treatment\/#What_Equipment_Will_You_Need\" title=\"What Equipment Will You Need?\">What Equipment Will You Need?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/what-is-cut-stump-treatment\/#What_Should_be_the_Stumps_Height_After_Cutting\" title=\"What Should be the Stump\u2019s Height After Cutting?\">What Should be the Stump\u2019s Height After Cutting?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/what-is-cut-stump-treatment\/#How_Long_After_Cutting_Do_You_Need_to_Apply_the_Herbicide\" title=\"How Long After Cutting Do You Need to Apply the Herbicide?\">How Long After Cutting Do You Need to Apply the Herbicide?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/what-is-cut-stump-treatment\/#Which_Herbicides_Should_You_Use_For_Cut_Stump_Treatment\" title=\"Which Herbicides Should You Use For Cut Stump Treatment?\">Which Herbicides Should You Use For Cut Stump Treatment?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/what-is-cut-stump-treatment\/#How_To_Apply_The_Herbicides_to_the_Stump\" title=\"How To Apply The Herbicides to the Stump?\">How To Apply The Herbicides to the Stump?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/what-is-cut-stump-treatment\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_Cut_Stump_Treatment\"><\/span>What is Cut Stump Treatment?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Cut stump treatment involves applying a systemic herbicide solution to a freshly cut tree stump. The herbicide will be absorbed by the cambium layer of the remaining part of the plant, and transported throughout the vascular system. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The method is usually used on invasive plant species. Invasive species have the ability to regrow after cutting the plant down. Using herbicides for the surface treatment will disturb the remaining ecosystem within the plant, effectively killing it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_is_Cut_Surface_Treatment_Most_Useful\"><\/span>When is Cut Surface Treatment Most Useful?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This method is ideal for treating a small number of trees that are surrounded by desired vegetation. This is because the cut stump method is very selective and does not cause damage to the surrounding vegetation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Size_Plants_And_Trees_Are_Most_Suitable_For_Cut_Stump_Treatment\"><\/span>What Size Plants And Trees Are Most Suitable For Cut Stump Treatment?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Cut stump treatment can be used on almost any woody plant, shrub, vine, or tree. If the diameter of a stem is less than 1-0.5 inches then this method should be avoided. For small trees, a foliar spray technique or <a href=\"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/what-is-basal-bark-treatment\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"528\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">basal bark treatment<\/a> should be used. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_is_the_Best_Season_to_Use_Cut_Stump_Treatment\"><\/span>Which is the Best Season to Use Cut Stump Treatment?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Cut stump treatment can be used all year round. The only season which should be avoided is early spring. In the spring, the sap flows upwards, away from the roots of the plant. Performing the method during spring when the nutrients start flowing to the foliage will minimize the effectiveness of the treatment. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From a convenience standpoint, the beginning of the winter season is ideal. The temperature in the autumn is cooler, herbaceous vegetation is at a low, and pests and insects are also less active.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This method should be avoided if there are chances of rain later in the day of treatment. Water can wash away the herbicide which will render them ineffective.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Equipment_Will_You_Need\"><\/span>What Equipment Will You Need?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are two stages to cut stump treatment, cutting the tree down and application of herbicide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For cutting larger trees, a chainsaw, an electrical chainsaw, or an ax is necessary. An ax, a hand saw, or pruning shears can be used when dealing with smaller trees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For applying the herbicides, a portable or a backpack sprayer or a paintbrush can be used. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Should_be_the_Stumps_Height_After_Cutting\"><\/span>What Should be the Stump\u2019s Height After Cutting?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The trees or plants should be cut down as low as possible before treatment. 1-2 inches would be the ideal height.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Long_After_Cutting_Do_You_Need_to_Apply_the_Herbicide\"><\/span>How Long After Cutting Do You Need to Apply the Herbicide?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You should apply the herbicides as soon as possible after cutting, within 15 minutes. Applying the herbicides later, once the stump has dried out will reduce its effectiveness or make it completely ineffective. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_Herbicides_Should_You_Use_For_Cut_Stump_Treatment\"><\/span>Which Herbicides Should You Use For Cut Stump Treatment?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The ideal herbicides to use with cut stump treatment should have either glyphosate or triclopyr.  2,4-D, Dicamba, and Picloram are also effective, but they should be avoided due to possible damage to the surrounding vegetation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/what-is-triclopyr-herbicide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Triclopyr<\/a> is really effective with Alder, Ash, Cottonwood, Elm, Locust, Oak, Maple, and Willow and is mildly effective with Russian Olives. Glyphosate works well on Alder, Ash, Cottonwood, Elm, and Russian Olive and is only mildly effective with Locust, Oak, Maple, and Willow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Glyphosate products with less than 20% concentration should not be used as they won\u2019t be as effective. Products with a 20% concentration can be used but should not be further diluted. Products with concentration levels above 40% should be mixed in a 1:1 ratio with water to get a 50% v\/v solution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With triclopyr products, you shouldn\u2019t use them with less than 8% concentration and they should not be diluted further if the solution is already 8%.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_To_Apply_The_Herbicides_to_the_Stump\"><\/span>How To Apply The Herbicides to the Stump?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You can either <strong>spray or paint the top of the stump<\/strong> with the herbicide immediately after cutting the plant down. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Backpack and portable sprayers are most commonly used in case you have to treat multiple stumps but a paintbrush will be enough.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The most important area of the stump that needs to be treated is a few inches wide area right behind the bark. That&#8217;s the area where the cambium and xylem layers are located. Cambium and xylem layers are responsible for nutrient transportation within the tree. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One thing to note is that some trees or plants are connected to one another through their root system. Because of this, there is a chance that upon herbicide treatment, the chemicals will be translocated to non-target plants as well. Some of the vulnerable species include honey locusts, black locusts, hackberry, western soapberry, cottonwood, aspen, willow, poplar, etc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The cut stump treatment method is one of the most widely used population control measures. It involves painting a freshly cut stump with glyphosate or triclopyr-based herbicide, or use Tordon RTU. This method is not ideal for large-scale projects or for small trees.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Cut stump treatment is one of the most effective ways of controlling the growth of invasive woody plant species. Let\u2019s take a look at everything you need to know about cut stump treatment and how to perform it correctly. Cut stump treatment involves painting or spraying a freshly cut stump with herbicide. 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