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- Q.Killing Cottonwood Tree Roots - We cut the tree down and removed the main root but the remaining roots continue to sprout everywhere including my ...
- Q.Trees - I have a cottonless cotton wood tree and it is sending out little sucker trees from its roots. How can ...
- Q.Rooting Cottonwood - We have had success with rooting an old, historical cottonwood with cloning gel. What next? We have leaves on two ...
- Q.Cottonwood Tree - How long does a cottonwood tree shed the cotton seeds? They are a nuisance around our pool and have clogged ...
- Q.Cottonwood Tree Spouts In Arizona - Bought a house in Arizona that has 6 cottonwood trees that seem to have matured overnight in that they doubled ...
- Q.Trees - Why do cottonwood trees sap from some branches?
- Q.Cottonwood Tree Oozing - Is it sick? Will it die? Will it spread to the other trees? Should I have it removed?
Asked by
lisalerfald on
August 11, 2015
104th Ave and Chambers RdQ.killing cottonwood tree roots
We cut the tree down and removed the main root but the remaining roots continue to sprout everywhere including my lawn. I have a retaining wall and the house foundation that I am concerned about being damaged. Any suggestions? I am tired of digging up roots that have an inch diameter out of my lawn. Thanks, Lisa
Answered by
shelley on
August 12, 2015
Certified ExpertA.Here is an extension article that will give you some ideas:
http://aces.nmsu.edu/ces/yard/2004/071704.html
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- Asked by
Anonymous on
August 27, 2015Q.trees
I have a cottonless cotton wood tree and it is sending out little sucker trees from its roots. How can I get rid of these suckers without killing the tree? Thank you.
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
August 29, 2015A.This article will help you:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/tgen/tree-sucker-removal-and-tree-sucker-control.htmWas this answer useful?00 - Asked by
Lbrocker on
October 18, 2015
Hudson Valley, NYQ.rooting cottonwood
We have had success with rooting an old, historical cottonwood with cloning gel. What next? We have leaves on two of our rooting attempts, but it is fall. What should we do with these two successful rootings over the winter?
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
October 20, 2015A.I would continue to grow the propagated tree cuts under grow lights for the winter.
By spring the trees should be ready for planting outdoors.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/cottonwood/cottonwood-tree-in-landscapes.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/environmental/how-light-affects-the-growth-of-a-plant-problems-with-too-little-light.htmWas this answer useful?00 - Asked by
tsimon1167 on
June 6, 2016
Elmhurst ILQ.cottonwood tree
How long does a cottonwood tree shed the cotton seeds? They are a nuisance around our pool and have clogged air conditioner units. Will regular pruning lessen the shedding of the seeds?
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Downtoearthdigs on
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KKarlaNaz on
October 8, 2016
Surprise, AZ 85379Q.cottonwood tree spouts in Arizona
Bought a house in Arizona that has 6 cottonwood trees that seem to have matured overnight in that they doubled in size in 8 months. Trees are on a drip system and get water twice daily for 30 min 6am and 6pm. I noticed I have lots, some very large, sprouts and was wondering if I can cut the sprouts at their base where they are coming off the roots and then use a tree sealer. Will this stop them from growing back? I don't what else to do because I don't want to kill the trees by using a weed killer on them. I have a tight budget so I have to find something I can do myself. Thanks for advice!
- Answered by
Alisma on
October 11, 2016
Certified ExpertA.I think cutting back the sprouts at the roots will be an effective strategy. You will have to be vigilant, because other sprouts may emerge from other areas of the soil, which you will have to keep removing. The tree sealer may not be helpful, since the sprouts won't grow from the cut end but from further down or directly from the roots, unless you can use it to seal cracks where the sprouts may emerge.
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jrv5002 on
October 24, 2016
87413Q.trees
Why do cottonwood trees sap from some branches?
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
October 24, 2016A.It sounds like your Cottonwood Tree is infected with Bacterial Wetwood or Slime Flux disease.
Here are some links that have more information for you.https://extension.psu.edu/pests/plant-diseases/all-fact-sheets/wetwood-or-slime-flux
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Anonymous on
April 11, 2017Q.Cottonwood tree oozing
Is it sick? Will it die? Will it spread to the other trees? Should I have it removed?
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
April 12, 2017A.This could be a Canker disease or Bacterial Wetwood.
I've listed several articles to help you with your diagnosis.
You may want to have the tree inspected by a certified arborist.https://www.colostate.edu/Dept/CoopExt/4dmg/Pests/Diseases/wetwood.htm
https://www.unce.unr.edu/publications/files/ho/2003/fs0333.pdf
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/tgen/cankers-on-trees.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/disease/weeping-amber-in-trees.htm
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