How to Kill Evergreen Shrubs
Evergreen shrubs, a common feature of many yards, can add to the fullness and beauty of the landscaping. In certain instances, however, a bush may grow too large or be in the way of other plants. It is often adequate to trim back shrubs in order to reduce their size, but if you want to get rid of one completely and don't wish to transplant it, you can cut it into pieces and dig it up. Does this Spark an idea?
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Instructions
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Cut back the shrub's foliage as much as possible using the hedge trimmer. Remove any new growth as well as some of the thinner woody growth.
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Cut back the thicker woody branches using the wood saw. This will give you access to the main trunks of the shrub. Place the cuttings in a leaf bag for disposal.
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Cut through the trunks using the wood saw. Shrubs typically have fairly spindly trunks, so it shouldn't take too much effort to saw each one off.
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Cut the severed shrub into pieces that will fit in your wheelbarrow. Tie the woody pieces into bundles for disposal.
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Dig up the stumps and roots using a shovel. Shrubs have relatively shallow roots compared to trees, so it is usually possible to dig up stumps and remove them. You may have to stomp down on your shovel to cut through the roots.
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Tips & Warnings
Evergreen shrubs and trees tend to react badly to copper. If you don't want to dig up the shrub immediately, hammer copper nails into its trunk or stump. It will die and rot.
