Getting Rid of Privet Hedge?

[Palmetto Sharpshooter]

That'll be the day. They're taking over the whole US.

 

[jtd]

Remember,in order for the herbicide to really work ,the plant has to be in an active growing stage not at the end of its season.early spring is best

 

[Muss Muggins]

Use that stuff that Alabama fella' put on Auburn's trees . . .

 

[NYlakesider]

Don't know anything about that hedge but I do know growing things do not like salt.

I have seen a lot of trees and ground cover killed by rock salt (sodium chloride) our DOT puts out. I have also used it to control areas. Simply make up a slurry of rock salt and water and apply liberally, it might take a couple season but it will do the job.

 

[dswancutt]

Cut the hedge flush to the ground and use this.

Tordon RTU, 1 qt. - For Life Out Here

 

[CAJUNLAWYER]

Spookypeanut1 is right. You need a weed killer with 41% glyphosate. There are a half a dozen brand names and most are less expensive than round up. It is the concentrate and I buy it in 2 ½ gallon containers under the brand name Big N' Tuf from Tractor Supply or some feed stores. It may take more than one application. The non-concentrate is not nearly as effective.

Use 2,4-D. Follow the package directions regarding mixing but instead of water use diesel. A one two punch that has never failed me yet

Google is your friend

Garden and Guides

 

[Coldshooter]

Use 2,4-D. Follow the package directions regarding mixing but instead of water use diesel. A one two punch that has never failed me yet

Google is your friend

Intentionally spraying diesel anyplace which could drain into the ground water or other public waters will solve all your problems since you will be in a homeless shelter if EPA finds out.

 

[redlevel]

Use 2,4-D. Follow the package directions regarding mixing but instead of water use diesel. A one two punch that has never failed me yet

Google is your friend

Intentionally spraying diesel anyplace which could drain into the ground water or other public waters will solve all your problems since you will be in a homeless shelter if EPA finds out.

I don't believe The University of Florida would recommend using diesel in a herbicide mix if it was illegal. There is a difference in dumping diesel and using it in an approved manner. Some state regs might preclude the use of diesel, but unless it has changed in the last year or two, it is still legal in most places.

Control of Woody Brush Along Fence Rows

Vegetable oil would probably work just as well.