Olive tree shoots from the roots

I have a weeping olive tree which has started to produce new growth but from the roots. The tree is looking a little worse for wear and I intend to improve the soil etc but need to know whether or not to cut these shoots off. Any thoughts?

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#1 Comment By BushDoctor On 07/28/2018 @ 3:59 pm

Yes, these suckers should be cut off. They will take from the nutrients of the top of the tree. It will produce less of these as the condition of the main tree improves.

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