Is this product effective as a stump killer if used undiluted ?
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Cut whatever tree you want to kill to ground level, drill some nice fat holes in it (just don't drill through the wood and into dirt...obviously), and pour this undiluted into the holes. I also cover the holes with tape to prevent evaporation/dilution. The stump will soak it all up and die! :DI used this product in this manner to great effect on a Brazillian Pepper tree stump that was around a foot in diameter. I drilled about ten holes. Being the second time I cut the tree down to the ground, I wanted to be sure this time. One month later, there is no new growth like there was before.In short, yes, but don't be lazy about it and do it right ONE TIME. This stuff works! Cut whatever tree you want to kill to ground level, drill some nice fat holes in it (just don't drill through the wood and into dirt...obviously), and pour this undiluted into the holes. I also cover the holes with tape to prevent evaporation/dilution. The stump will soak it all up and die! :DI used this product in this manner to great effect on a Brazillian Pepper tree stump that was around a foot in diameter. I drilled about ten holes. Being the second time I cut the tree down to the ground, I wanted to be sure this time. One month later, there is no new growth like there was... » Read More Cut whatever tree you want to kill to ground level, drill some nice fat holes in it (just don't drill through the wood and into dirt...obviously), and pour this undiluted into the holes. I also cover the holes with tape to prevent evaporation/dilution. The stump will soak it all up and die! :DI used this product in this manner to great effect on a Brazillian Pepper tree stump that was around a foot in diameter. I drilled about ten holes. Being the second time I cut the tree down to the ground, I wanted to be sure this time. One month later, there is no new growth like there was before.In short, yes, but don't be lazy about it and do it right ONE TIME. This stuff works! « Show Less
1852317
Excellent question, I think it would help prevent shoots from a stump by painting it on a freshly cut stump. I would drill some holes in the top and dump it in. This product I think works best when absorbed by foliage. I have heard that old pennies (which have copper) can kill stumps, and I drilled a hole in the stump of an old crab apple tree I cut and dropped some pennies in and it seems to have worked well. Good luck!
1852318
Yes, I've read that it works, but ONLY on a LIVING, FRESHLY CUT stump. I remember reading someone else's post that, if you want to kill the stump, you need to apply this weed killer to the stump immediately after cutting the plant/bush/tree. If you wait too long, the plant forms a 'scab' (I don't remember the correct term) and then the weed killer will NO LONGER work. Depending on the size of the stump, you could apply the weed killer with a cotton swab, a foam brush or a bristle brush. You just have to apply it promptly! If the stump is still alive - and it hasn't 'scabbed over', yet - then the stump should suck the weed killer down to the roots, killing the stump.
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Yes, I've read that it works, but ONLY on a LIVING, FRESHLY CUT stump. I remember reading someone else's post that, if you want to kill the stump, you need to apply this weed killer to the stump immediately after cutting the plant/bush/tree. If you wait too long, the plant forms a 'scab' (I don't remember the correct term) and then the weed killer will NO LONGER work. Depending on the size of the stump, you could apply the weed killer with a cotton swab, a foam brush or a bristle brush. You just have to apply it promptly! If the stump is still alive - and it hasn't 'scabbed over', yet - then the stump should suck the weed killer down to the roots, killing the stump. Yes, I've read that it works, but ONLY on a LIVING, FRESHLY CUT stump. I remember reading someone else's post that, if you want to kill the stump, you need to apply this weed killer to the stump immediately after cutting the plant/bush/tree. If you wait too long, the plant forms a 'scab' (I don't remember the correct term) and then the weed killer will NO LONGER work. Depending on the size of the stump, you could apply the weed killer with a cotton swab, a foam brush or a bristle brush. You just have to apply it promptly! If the stump is still alive - and it hasn't 'scabbed over', yet -... » Read More Yes, I've read that it works, but ONLY on a LIVING, FRESHLY CUT stump. I remember reading someone else's post that, if you want to kill the stump, you need to apply this weed killer to the stump immediately after cutting the plant/bush/tree. If you wait too long, the plant forms a 'scab' (I don't remember the correct term) and then the weed killer will NO LONGER work. Depending on the size of the stump, you could apply the weed killer with a cotton swab, a foam brush or a bristle brush. You just have to apply it promptly! If the stump is still alive - and it hasn't 'scabbed over', yet - then the stump should suck the weed killer down to the roots, killing the stump. « Show Less
1852320
I've tried using it on a plum tree stump that keeps sprouting, the growth will die, but new shoots will sprout the next year. I've sprayed it for 3 years now. So to answer your question, no.
1852321
Clipped this from the "Compare-N-Save" website --Stump Treatment: Stumps can be treated to prevent regrowth. For best results, treat when the vegetation is actively growing and within 5 minutes of being cut down. Cut the stump close to the soil surface. Drive 4-5 nail holes into the stump. Flood the stump with undiluted product. This treatment will control or suppress many types of woody brush and trees, such as alder, bluegum, eucalyptus, madrone, oak, giant reed, saltcedar, sweetgum, and tan oak.
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It didn't work!! I even tried spraying it on the ground, which worked a little bit better then spraying it on the trees themselves. I suspect that what's needed is the 'professional' sprays which aren't available for home use.
1028964
It is an enzyme that takes away odors. I cannot answer the question what it would do to the finish. I use it outside and on soil that is urine concentrated and it works. Because you need to leave it on before wiping it away, you could case hardwood to swell because conceivably wood absorbs water.
1254174
The instructions say 4 oz. per gallon for various herbaceous plants (poison ivy, etc.), using a sprayer. You should set the sprayer on coarse spray, and wet foliage thoroughly, but not dripping. To zap stumps, use undiluted. It did a good job on Russian sage and unwanted Apache plume.
1877396
It did nothing to break down chipped and shredded materials in my rotatable composting drum over a period of 3 weeks. My view is that it likely doesn't work in any application. I'd concentrate on excluding the needles (screening them out).
1272613
I used it very successfully on a very old bed of unfinished pine. Not reclaimed of course, but really old, porous, dried out pine. Terrific results. It's a small container, and you can try it out on an inconspicuous spot, and then if you decide you don't want to use it for that, you will surely find many other applications. IMHO!
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Depends on what you're killing...but in any event you don't mix with water, because product is in a kerosene base. It is also pretty specific to killing certain trees/plants and you should check the product information to see if what you have is on their list. I use it for Ailanthus/Tree of Heaven, and apply it straight--it will kill up to about 6" diameter if the trunk is coated from about 18" down to the ground, on all sides (bigger trees need slices cut in bark to apply; Google 'stem injection' and you will find a good video fr Australia)
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It is intended to be used full-strength. Once everything has browned out, you have to physically remove the "dead" weeds. You may need a hoe or weeding fork to accomplish this task. This keeps any living roots from taking hold and starting all over again. I learned this the hard way - I sprayed an area, didn't clear it, and now the weeds are back. I still believe this is the safest and most effective weed killer on the market.
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I have successfully used this on small stumps with two applications. Bore a large hole about 2 - 3 inches deep and 1 1/2 inches wide. Fill with Tordon and let stump absorb. Another sure fire is to use Muriatic acid (swimming pool acid) - drill and fill in opening. Bamboo is tough. You may need to experiment with combinations.
2262043
This is a bit more purified as it is meant for swimming pools. It is still effective. But the best root killer is plain old rock salt. May damage the trees that have the roots in the pipes though.
1753145
Good question. But I do not have an answer, as I only used it on the asphalt shingle roof. As for unintended consequences, the porous nature of some paving material, I might have concerns about the product leaching into the soil and the effect on vegetation around the walkways.
1249815
Not really, this product is designed to kill greenery. I have sometimes sprayed around trees accidently and nothing happened to the trees or roots
574623
It will kill the stump, and you'll have no regrowth. As far as actually removing the stump, the answer is no with this product. As time passes, the stump will rot and crumble, but it's not a quick process.I used it on rose-of Sharon (large stump), and the stump rotted out and crumbled after about a year.The purpose of this product is not to remove the stump but to prevent regrowth. In that regard, it's excellent.Hope this helps!
470374
I would imagine so. When I use it on my amputated stump, I rub it in and my hands dry out for a day or so.
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Prob. not Jim as this is a weed killer...the Pines more than likely will have to be cut down and then a stump killer applied :-)
2059137
it might kill the oak tree. I know the ortho brush b gon that you paint on oak stumps does a good job of killing the stump
2269967
The information I found stated that it was safe for use on wood and would form a barrier against further growth. It does not remove stains though.