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Q.If My Neighbor Cut Down A Large Oak Tree That Was Invading My Property And Close To My Foundation, But Leaving The Stump, Will The

Zone 06489 | Anonymous added on November 2, 2024 | Answered

roots still grow and possibly damage my foundation? Should I have the stump removed to stop roots from growing

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GKH_Susan
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Answered on November 4, 2024

Yes, the tree may try to regrow. You can apply a stump killer product or have the stump ground. If you see any new growth come up after that, apply glyphosate.

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/tgen/kill-zombie-tree-stump.htm

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