How to get rid of the cherry overgrowth on the site, forever, how to fight and remove from the garden and get rid of the roots

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Cherries and plums live in almost everyone in the country or in their personal plot. And, really, how can we imagine a classic Russian orchard without them? They bear fruit regularly, do not require careful maintenance, and are simply incredibly beautiful. But such trees have one insidious feature - they annually form dense thickets of small root shoots. Moreover, the older the tree, the more sprouts it will give. Wondering how to get rid of cherry sprouts once and for all? Then read on.

1 What varieties give root shoots
2 How to remove growth in the country
3 Preventing overgrowth
4 Video "How to get rid of the overgrowth"

Preventing overgrowth

There is also a popular defense against the formation of an unpleasant characteristic phenomenon:

Abundant watering at the root.
Rare application of water and fertilizers.
Constant loosening and mulching of the soil.
Sanitary pruning.

Plum is a rooted tree, so it produces much more basal processes than plants grown on seed stocks. The plum shoot grows rapidly, sometimes it forms an impenetrable jungle. Before you deal with the slum, you need to find out why it has arisen.

Important! Plum tries to survive with the help of shoots, for this reason it actively forms shoots. Perhaps the plum is affected by pests (aphids, caterpillars, silkworms, moths, sawflies, etc.) or it is sick from improperly applied fertilizers. Therefore, the growth should alert the summer resident.

The main reasons for the emergence of basal processes include:

Bare root.
Injured root system.
Tight bandage in the vaccination area.
Inconsistency between rootstock and scion.
Total pruning of plums.

Note! Root decay due to heat or drought will also lead to the development of wild shoots.

Experienced gardening tips

It is believed that proper planting and caring for plants will save you from problems in the future. Avoid low deepenings - then the cherry will not struggle to survive. If you add here gentle pruning of branches, you will get good fruiting as a bonus. Avoid total thinning - this can lead to explosive root growth. When pruning branches, avoid mechanical damage - the tree will respond by branching the root system.

Sometimes wounds can be inflicted on a tree by rodents - damage should be treated in time. Remember that deep watering is helpful for the growth of the shoots. As for herbicides, here it is worth adhering to spot treatment. Active substances kill all living things, chemistry should be applied carefully. By adhering to these recommendations, you can prevent overgrowth.

How to prevent the formation of shoots

The best remedy for cherry overgrowth is prevention. To prevent the formation of such a problem in your own area, carefully select seedlings before purchasing them. It is desirable that the cherry is of a bushy, tree-like type, but not coppice. A similar seedling gives new shoots in the garden after a few years.

If you want to grow cherry blossoms on your own plot, it is important to consider some features:

More new shoots are produced by self-rooted seedlings, but they have the ability to retain the characteristics of the variety. For this reason, such seedlings will be an excellent replacement for an old tree. These varieties include Shubinka, Apukhtinsky, Krasnopakharsky.
Root shoots are not given by trees that are grown on seed stocks.
Wildlife emerges from clonal rootstocks, so the gardener must make every effort to get rid of them. Varieties prone to this problem: Malinovka, Molodezhnaya, Pamyat Yenikeeva.

Before buying cherries, check if this seedling is self-rooted or grafted. Give preference to those seedlings that have been grown on seed stocks. Otherwise, you will face such a problem as overgrowth.

According to the notes of experienced gardeners, cherry root growth appears in the following situations:

if the cherry is sick;
the presence of surface irrigation;
sunburn, damage from severe frost;
if there is mechanical damage to the trunk, crown and roots;
incorrect cropping.

It is easy to prevent the formation of overgrowth, it is enough to properly care for the cherry trees. Care consists of correct, timely pruning, elimination of diseased and old branches, treatment from diseases and pests. It is important to insulate the skeletal branches and trunk for the winter period, as well as the roots, using mulch. It is also necessary to water the trees correctly, namely abundantly and rarely. If everything is done correctly, you will not encounter a cherry overgrowth.

Which cherry does not sprout

Not all types of cherries are prone to root growth. Such varieties as Bagryanaya, Vladimirskaya, Lyubskaya, Shalunya almost do not give root sprouts, while Malinovka, Molodezhnaya, Polevka, Schedrai or Rastorguevka form them very intensively.

Important! Shrub cherry varieties give less root growth than tree varieties.

If the cherry is grafted, then its ability to shoot is determined not by the variety, but by the characteristics of the stock. Seed stocks of root shoots almost do not form, as well as some clonal ones (Izmailovsky, AVCh-2). But self-rooted species are most prone to the formation of root shoots, since this is their natural way of reproduction. Moreover, young shoots begin to appear even in young plants.

How to remove overgrowth

Many gardeners do not understand why they should destroy the plum shoot, because after several years it will turn into a full-fledged crop that will give an additional crop. However, you need to get rid of the slime for many reasons. The overgrowth not only spoils the beautiful view of the garden, but also takes up nutrients from the plum itself. And all because they have a common root.

Aerial shoots feed during the growing season, absorbing a significant number of vital substances. This leads to the fact that the growth worsens the nutrition of the tree, and also reduces the yield indicators. In addition, if you start the overgrowth of the plum tree, it will be very difficult to get rid of it. That is why it is necessary to systematically deal with wild plum shoots.

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The question of how to deal with cherry overgrowth is asked by all gardeners, especially if there is very little space on the site, and it is planned out in detail. Cherry shoots can appear in the most inappropriate places - in the garden, flower bed, in the garden.

Many beginners struggle with them with simple digging. This is not recommended. Cherry very successfully replaces its "babies" and 3-5 will appear in place of one sprout next year. Over the years, the number of root sprouts only increases. Thus, after a few years, the cherry overgrowth will occupy the entire space and the gardener will have no choice but to endlessly dig up the plot.

Another method of destruction is a very laborious method:

Draw a circle around the trunk with a diameter of at least 1.5 m;
Bury the slate in a circle to a depth of 50-60 cm;
Systematically remove overgrowth inside the fence.

This method is very effective, since the cherry forms its "cubs" on the roots, which are placed superficially (no more than 40 cm). A slate fence will not allow surface roots to develop, directing them deeper. There will still be a slight overgrowth inside. It is possible to prevent its appearance or reduce the number of shoots if the soil surface is mulched. Dry leaves and grass are used as mulch. They are laid in a thick layer of up to 10 cm. It is very difficult for sprouts to break through such a fence.

Harmful or useful

Getting rid of the cherry bottom layer can be achieved, but is it always beneficial. Young shoots can become an extension of the garden. Trees age over the years and begin to dry out. Strong growth can replace them, turning into young plants. If the cherry belongs to the varietal category, then the shoots will have to be grafted over time. Independent growth loses certain qualities and remains wild.

If it is wrong to remove the shoots or not to touch them at all, then the entire territory of the garden will be occupied. The wilderness needs more and more space. In a few years, the well-kept garden will turn into thickets.

Young shoots are a strong competitor to the mother tree. They take a lot of moisture and nutrients from the soil. This leads to a decrease in yield, and in some cases to the death of a large healthy plant.

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Removing overgrowth

If cherries give growth, you need to get rid of them quickly, as there will be more of them every year. Shoots can be removed, but a root will remain in the ground from which new branches will grow. These shoots take up a lot of nutrients.

You can fight overgrowth using a manual method. To remove excess shoots, you must do the following:

timely fight even the smallest shoots, prevent them from feeding and getting stronger;
cutting off shoots with a pruner will not be enough, since the bud with the root remains in the ground and over time gives a new sprout;
in early spring or late autumn, it is necessary to dig small holes around the tree, then chop off the coppice shoots closer to the base. They extend horizontally from the root. It is important not to leave hemp in place of the felling, otherwise they give new shoots;
using a garden pitch, you should lubricate the place of the log house;
after carrying out all the necessary measures, it is necessary to bury all the holes by stamping on the ground.

During the entire summer period, it is important to observe that the fruits that have fallen from the tree do not remain on the ground, since small bushes grow from the seeds. To get rid of such a problem, as well as prevent its development in the future, you can use slate, profiled sheet, cardboard or tin.

To get rid of the overgrowth, to prevent its formation, many summer residents and gardeners recommend planting linden, chestnut, maple or any shady plant nearby. You do not need to use plants that can form an overly branched rhizome system. In this situation, competition for obtaining nutrients will begin, as a result, yields will decrease.

You can get rid of excess shoots with the help of herbicides. When choosing this method, it is important to understand that there is a risk that the cherry tree will receive a portion of toxic substances.

There is another cardinal way of dealing with shoots - digging up all the soil with a tractor, excavator. This option is not suitable in all situations. Moreover, it does not help to get rid of all the seedlings, so you will have to remove excess shoots every year.

What varieties give root shoots

If your fruiting cherries, sweet cherries or even plums are grafted, then there is no use for you from annual seedlings, because all such cherries will be wild. Otherwise, the strongest and most viable sprouts can be used to propagate the culture, but in any case, most of the cherry sprouts will have to be cut down regularly. Apukhtinskaya and Vladimirskaya cherries are suitable for this method.

But there are varieties that give a huge number of root processes, but the latter are completely unsuitable for reproduction - for example, Molodezhnaya, Rastorguevskaya or Polevka. And, on the contrary, there are varietal varieties for which the formation of root shoots is not characteristic: these are mainly bush cherries Lyubskaya, Shokoladnitsa, and Crimson.

How to deal with plum sprouts

Below are four ways to destroy basal processes, as well as their pros and cons:

Cutting plums with a saw. Easy to use method. However, the effect is not long term.
Cutting down. A more difficult method than cutting. But it will help you to forget about the problem associated with overgrowth for a long time.
Chemical processing. Acts quickly and efficiently. Minus: it is forbidden to use chemicals if there are fruiting plants next to the plum.
Insulation. Destroys overgrowth in a short time. Disadvantage: The shelter is not very aesthetically pleasing.

So, the shoots need to be pruned regularly. It is customary to carry out this event either in early spring or late autumn. But the problem is that frozen soil and not melted snow often prevent gardeners from getting rid of root shoots at their base (on a horizontally located root system).

Often, summer residents are forced to use a pruner to get rid of the thickets of wild above-ground shoots. Shoots are cut at the level of the surface layer of the soil. But this method is not good enough. If the pruning was carried out in the spring, then the protruding hemp from the pruned shoots thicken and after a few months several plum bushes form.

It is possible to properly remove wild plum growth by cutting. Wild shoots are dug up to the mother's root, and then cut off to the very base (if you just cut off the sprouted shoots, this will increase their formation). After cleansing the plant from the plum, the formed pit is covered with earth, and then tamped.

An effective method that helps to permanently remove plum sprouts is to get rid of it not completely, leaving a small protruding shoot. This stump must be treated with herbicide twice a season. The procedure allows you to completely get rid of the basal processes after two years. Other effective drugs: "Glyphos", "Tornado", "Hurricane", "Roundup". These compositions destroy various types of vegetation.

Advice! The shoots are processed in two ways: by spraying or brushing. It is advisable to perform the procedure in November, when all crops nearby are removed from the plum. It is recommended to choose a day with calm weather.

Insulation also effectively removes overgrowth from the drain. To perform the procedure, draw a circle around the tree, the radius of which is 0.5 m. Cover the remaining area outside the circle with newspapers. Then pour plenty of water, and then trample underfoot. Cover everything with foil and roofing felt. Pour sand on top of the structure (fertile soil is possible). After a while, flowers and grass will sprout on the filled soil. Roofing material with a film will prevent the growth of the slush.

Causes of shoots

Overgrowth formation is often the first signal of cherry health problems. With the large formation of new shoots, the tree strives to continue its life span as quickly as possible. There can be many reasons for this situation, but they are all associated with a violation of the rules for planting or caring for a plant.

The main ones include:

the tree is not deep enough, and the root system is excessively bare, in this case it is enough to add soil;
in the spring or during grafting, too many branches were cut off, in this case the balance between the root and aerial parts is disturbed, and the roots let excess nutrition to form young branches;
the trunk or branches of the cherry have undergone mechanical damage, as a result of which wounds or cracks have formed;
physiological incompatibility between rootstock and scion;
damage to wood caused by exposure to cold or heat.

By eliminating the main causes of the appearance of overgrowth, you can reduce the ability of the tree to form them. In this case, young shoots must be removed correctly, otherwise the situation can be aggravated, and they will begin to form at an even greater speed.

Low temperatures can cause root damage. In extreme heat, the soil cracks, and the roots can also suffer. Growth often appears on the affected area. To exclude such a situation, a tree shelter is formed in the winter. In hot weather, the roots of cherries are protected by hay, which allows moisture to remain in the ground for a longer period.

In some cases, young shoots do not grow on the ground, but are formed below the graft area. An alien branch may even begin to bear fruit, but its characteristics and appearance will differ from the parent. Such shoots are removed, and with their significant ingrowth, they are pruned in the spring and re-grafted with another variety.

Plum problem

In some cases, gardeners have to deal with plum and cherry sprouts at the same time. For this, appropriate drugs can be used, namely arboricides, which can kill unwanted tree sprouts. Herbicides can be used to control plum growth. You can simply spray the grass.

The tree needs to be cut down, holes drilled in the cut. It is advisable to use a large diameter drill bit so that a larger amount of medication can be injected. With a cut diameter of 12-15 centimeters, 7 holes will be enough, the diameter of which is about two centimeters, and the depth is 7-10 cm.The holes should be made not in the center, but closer to the layer that conducts the juice, so that the drug spreads better throughout the tree , to the roots.
It is necessary to dilute the herbicide, pour the resulting solution into the holes, then cover with a bag, lid or plastic. This method will keep the drug from the influence of sunlight, evaporation, and raindrops will not carry the drug from the plum to other trees.
After seven days, the old holes can be freshened up. To do this, they need to be drilled out a little in order to fill in a new portion of the diluted herbicide. After another week, it is worth repeating all the described manipulations. The amount of the poured solution directly depends on the thickness of the stump. When the trunk diameter is fifteen centimeters, there are many new shoots, it is necessary to perform at least two fillings of this product.
Don't rush uprooting the tree stump. Otherwise, after stubbing, a new portion of shoots from scraps of the root system will appear, since the solution did not have time to reach them.

The cherry orchard is an amazing place that needs to be properly and regularly looked after. Thanks to timely preventive measures and patience, thickets and unnecessary seedlings can be eliminated.

The best types of rootstock without overgrowth for grafting plums

Often, the reason for the rapid development of basal shoots is an incorrectly chosen stock, to which a cutting or bud of a cultivar was grafted. It is known that the start of fruiting, the speed of development of the tree, its yield and resistance to the adverse effects of weather factors depend on the rootstock.

The rootstocks listed below are the best, according to experts:

"VVA-1".Refers to vigorous rootstocks that do not form overgrowths. The roots are moderately frost-resistant. It takes root well on soils with a clayey texture, withstands short-term flooding. Resistant to a number of common diseases, but does not tolerate drought.
"Friendship". A good medium-sized stock, characterized by frost resistance. Shoots are not formed from it. Withstands waterlogged soils, shows resistance to subzero temperatures.
"Kuban". This stock is classified as low-growing and does not form shoots either. Feels great on slightly moistened soils, moderately resistant to subzero temperatures.
"Eureka-99" is a medium-sized stock that does not form shoots. The root system is quite frost-resistant. Grows well on heavy and floating soils. Good disease resistance.
"PKG-25" is a medium-sized rootstock, intended for the cultivation of plums in areas with frosty winters and light snow cover. Suitable for many types of soil, resistant to frost and high temperatures.

Overgrowth prevention

Plum grows constantly. To minimize the likelihood of its occurrence, you must follow basic rules. The following are the most effective methods for preventing the appearance of plum trees:

at high planting, the root system of the crop is close to the surface layer of the earth, so it can be damaged when processing the soil. From the injured areas, the plum tree will begin to grow vigorously;
when watering, you must not make a strong jet of water, so as not to expose the root system, and also not to damage it mechanically;
when inoculating, a good quality stock must be used. In this case, the drain must be monitored. If the stock begins to be torn away, it is required to remove it and cover the cut site with slaked lime or a special preparation;
the grafted rootstock and scion should be tied tightly with a special tape. When the grafted plum grows, the harness often cuts into the xylem (wood tissue). As a result, the plum will give a lot of growth in order to provide itself with another source of nutrition;

It is also not recommended to dig up the ground near the plum trunk, so as not to cause mechanical injuries to the bark. It is enough to slightly loosen the soil. If you injure the bark of a plum or cut off the crown, then nutrients will begin to enter the root system in insufficient quantities.

Plum varieties with strong and weak growth vigor

A large number of different varieties of plums are grown in the gardens of Russians, and the amount of growth they give is different. The method of observation identified specific varieties, characterized by large or small formation of basal growth.

A significant amount of growth is formed in the following varieties:

"Italian Hungarian";
"Hungarian ordinary";
"Local Red";
"Ochakovskaya yellow".

These varieties produce a lot of growth, regardless of whether the plum grows on its own roots or is grafted. If the grafting site is below the soil level, then the grafted seedlings will develop their own roots over time.

Varieties differ in a small amount of root growth:

Renkold Altana;
Anna Shpet;
Stanley.

These varieties are distinguished by even higher yields and increased resistance to adverse environmental conditions.

How to quickly get rid of thickets

Many inexperienced gardeners are wondering whether it is necessary to destroy all the cherry growth? You can just leave her alone and collect several times more fruits.

But, unfortunately, caring for such a tree will be more difficult. The big harm will be that all the nutrients will go to the growth of young branches, while the harvest will suffer. You should not place high hopes on the undergrowth, as they mostly go like a wild bush. And leaving will be much more difficult.

The question of how to remove cherry thickets is currently relevant for many, even experienced gardeners. After all, once and finally it will not turn out to be removed. Many gardeners are trying new methods to get rid of this problem, or simply pruning to ensure that the plant is consuming the required amount of nutrients.

Not everyone can finally get rid of cherry sprouts in a few treatments.

It is recommended to remove new branches immediately after their appearance, before they have time to get stronger.

It is not recommended to cut the shoots with pruning shears, because hemp will remain in the ground. As a result, new growths and stronger ones will grow.

In spring or autumn, it is recommended to dig up all branches to the place where they begin to grow, and chop off with an ax. This procedure must be carried out so as not to leave hemp behind.

Where there was a cut, it is recommended to cover it with a pitch, or a special agent in order not to grow again.

It is recommended to fill up the holes that have been dug.

It is recommended to apply herbicides with caution. Indeed, the slightest mistake can cause severe damage to the parent tree. Also, for the place of that one branch, several can grow and then it will be more difficult to fight.

You can also slow down cherry development by planting tall trees. They will thus create a shadow.

The main method for destroying cherry thickets is a good digging of the soil with the help of a tractor. Unfortunately, you will also need to donate an old tree. Also, it is not suitable for all areas and not everyone can afford it due to the price.

In the modern world, the most effective way to remove cherry thickets has not yet been invented. Therefore, the choice often remains with the owner. He can choose annually, remove branches, or remove the cherry entirely along with the parent tree.

What harm does growth do

The main harm of the overgrowth is that it takes away the nutrients in the soil from the mother plant, from which the yield of berries decreases, as does the size of the fruits. Do not count on the fact that the mature shoots will begin to bear fruit on their own: usually these are wild shoots, which are more difficult to care for than specially grown seedlings.

In addition, the overgrowth greatly spoils the appearance of the garden, making it overgrown and unkempt. Pests can settle on it, which will very soon move to the cherry and begin to undermine its health.

Photo instruction on how to get rid of the cherry overgrowth on the site

Often, summer residents need to cut down the plum. At first glance, this job seems easy. However, in order to get rid of the plum on the site on your own, you need to know all the nuances of this process. Below is a detailed description of how to get rid of plums with your own hands.

Using chemicals

The first way - the plum is removed using chemicals. The method is quite simple and effective. To get rid of an adult plum, you need to use special chemicals that destroy the root of the crop. For chemical disposal of the plant you will need:

utensils for the drug;
arboricidal or herbicidal solution;
polyethylene film;
drill;
saw.

Professionals advise using an environmentally friendly arboricidal composition. If it is not possible to purchase this drug, then you should take a medium-acting herbicide.

Stages of the procedure:

The plum is cut at chest level.
You should not immediately uproot the stump, since a living root may remain in the soil, which will start up new growth.
Several small holes must be drilled in the resulting saw cut not far from the bark. To do this, you need a large diameter drill.
Prepare a chemical solution. Its concentration should be designed to remove weeds. Then pour the finished compound into the drilled holes.
The cut should be covered with a film or plastic.
After a week, drill a few additional holes and also pour freshly prepared chemical into them. If necessary, the procedure must be repeated after a decade.

The shoots will begin to die off, after which it will be easy to get rid of the stump.

Mechanically

Many gardeners believe that getting rid of a ripe plum in the garden is easy: just cut it at the very root. But this is not the case. The root system of the plum remaining in the soil, gaining strength, will release dense growth.

For this reason, it is necessary to adhere to this algorithm:

Plum is cut by the usual method. The saw cut height is freely selectable.
Getting rid of the stump immediately will prevent the removal of the underground root system.
You need to wait several months until new growth appears on the hemp and around it. This will allow you to locate the viable roots of the plum.
They need to be unearthed and disposed of mechanically.

Another option is to dig up the slurry to the root and pull them out. After that, you need to cover the sections with oil-based paint or garden varnish. Repeat this procedure until the shoots stop growing.

Important! Pouring boiling water over the stump can weaken the root of the cut plum. However, salt, as well as any chemical preparations, must not be added to this water, as this will lead to a violation of the chemical balance of the soil.

Destruction of cherry sprouts using chemistry

It is quite easy to cope with cherry overgrowth with the help of chemistry - for this, general-action herbicides are used. Usually used "Tornado", if you want to destroy the already lignified shoots.

Roundup does well with fresh green stems. In general, any glyphosate-based blends are suitable, including Hurricane and Smersh.

But when choosing this method, one must remember: the shoot and the main fruiting cherry have a common root system. The poison gets inside through the leaves and can greatly harm the mother tree or shrub, even if they grow at a considerable distance.

Herbicides are usually used when there is no need to worry about the safety of the main plantings. For example, if you want to remove all vegetation to make room for new crops.

Or when the old tree has already been cut down and it is necessary to get rid of both the stump and possible overgrowth.

In the second case, the herbicide is diluted 1: 3 and poured into the holes in the stump. On top of the hole, it is imperative to close it with polyethylene or other covering material.

Firstly, this way the poison will not get into the body of animals or on the surrounding valuable plants. Secondly, in this way the active active substances will be protected from ultraviolet radiation and rain. The procedure is repeated several times with an interval of 2-3 weeks.

How to choose cherries?

When purchasing cherries, you need to keep in mind:

Own-rooted young trees. They can form a large number of shoots, but unlike all others, they can replace their parent;
Certain varieties of cherries can form a large number of thickets, which are recommended to be removed regularly;
Certain varieties of cherries that are grown from seed are not capable of growing.

What to do to stop the cherry from giving abundant thickets. To reduce this problem, it is recommended to regularly carry out sanitary pruning of the tree, as well as to prevent the development of parasites and various diseases. It is advisable to replace loosening with mulching of the earth. The plant needs to be watered abundantly enough, but rarely.

Hot weather is the main reason the soil cracks. As a result, the roots are damaged, and thickets begin to sprout from them. To avoid this, it is recommended to cover the soil with straw.

The global problem is not as direct as cherry sprouting. After all, you can get rid of it for a certain period.

Where does the growth come from?

Harmful shoots grow from old seedlings bought by the owner many years ago. There is only one way to prevent an attack - if you choose the seedlings correctly on the market. When buying, pay attention to three points:

Own-rooted seedlings. There will be a lot of shoots, but the “offspring” will be viable, retaining the varietal identity. The mentioned category includes Vladimirskaya, Apukhtinskaya and Krasnopakharskaya cherries, as well as Shubinka.
Seed rootstocks. This is a type of varietal cherries that do not produce root growth (grafted from Vladimirskaya and Shubinka).
Varietal trees. The shoots are wild, they have to be constantly removed. These include Rastorguevskaya and Molodezhnaya cherries, as well as Pamyat Yenikeev and Malinovka.

By choosing the seedlings, you have laid out the garden. You should not calm down, since there are many factors that contribute to the formation of shoots. The reasons for the appearance of weeds are as follows:

root collar height;
excessive zeal of the owner in pruning;
intensive growth with mechanical damage;
microscopic cracks;
the scion and rootstock do not take root.

How to dig up a plum root

For the final disposal of the old plum in the country in the autumn period, you should cut the crown, and then uproot the stump. The root system of an old tree buried in the ground holds the stump tightly. Therefore, you have to work hard.

An inexperienced summer resident will choose the easy way: he will cut off the crown of the plum and leave a stump. If you have a creative approach, you can harmoniously fit it into the design of the backyard area. However, after some time, the gardener will face problems. Young shoots will begin to sprout from the stump. If you cut or cut it, then it will grow even more intensively. How to deal with a shoot of a cut plum in the garden?

Stages of work:

Place a metal barrel that has no bottom on the plum stump (the stump will sink into the cylinder).
Sketch inside newspapers, dried twigs of various thicknesses, and other burning materials.
You should stock up on additional "firewood" in advance, which will need to be constantly thrown into a kind of "furnace" until the stump burns out.

After a while, repeat the procedure 2–4 more times.

You can get rid of a plum tree stump using a chemical method. To do this, you need to make several holes in the stump. Pour a couple of handfuls of nitrate or urea into each depression. Tie the stump tightly with polyethylene. After a few years, the stump and its root system will become rotten. In spring, annual crops can be planted around the hemp.

Root system

Mature cherries can have a strong root system with a main root that is 3-5 meters long. Experienced gardeners say that in mature trees, the underground part corresponds in size to the aboveground part of the tree. Accordingly, if the height of your cherry is 3-5 meters, then the roots of the tree will have the same dimensions.

The main central root can grow both deeply and be located parallel to the ground at a depth of two to three meters. The lateral branches of the roots, and there can be up to a dozen of them, can also be up to 2-3 meters long. On the lateral branches of the cherry, there are small alveolar roots, which are responsible for nourishing the trees with appropriate microelements and for delivering moisture from the ground to the tree itself.

Why does growth appear

Basal growth of cherry trees is a frequent phenomenon. But before you begin to fight the shoots and make attempts to get rid of them, you need to understand the reasons for the appearance of the overgrowth.

Improper planting, in which the roots are poorly covered with soil and are practically on the surface, provokes the active formation of shoots.
Many shoots appear when the scion and rootstock are incompatible or have poor compatibility.
Shoot growth is activated with excessive pruning of branches.
Fallen fruit that has not been harvested can cause new plants to emerge from the seed.

Ways to fight

Today, there are two main methods of dealing with cherry overgrowth. The first involves mechanical action and is often used by Russian gardeners. The second is associated with the use of chemicals from the group of herbicides. Both options for removing overgrowth have both supporters and opponents.

Mechanical method

Many gardeners, trying to get rid of cherry overgrowth, make the mistake of digging up young shoots. With such actions, the replacement program is launched, which is characteristic of all coppice trees. At the site of the excavated shoot, 3 or 4 new ones grow, as a result, after a couple of years, the shoots literally fill the territory.

As a result, despite numerous efforts and spent time, gardeners get a garden plot overgrown with cherry bushes, while numerous new cherry shoots negatively affect the growth and fruiting of not only the parent tree, but also other fruit crops.

If it is necessary to remove overgrowth, it is required to cut out part of the shoot with a pruner, cutting off its main part and leaving an area of 20 cm from ground level. At the same time, the formation of roots and new processes will stop. At the same time, the cherry will redirect the forces in full to fruiting, and the tree will stop multiplying by shoots.

Preventive measures

As a preventive measure, it is necessary not only to reduce watering, but also to mulch the soil under the fruit trees. Mulch will keep the shoots from reaching the surface. To prevent overgrowth, planting rules must be followed. The roots of the seedling should be covered with earth. It is important to avoid cracking the soil above the roots, as exposure to sunlight will provoke growth from the roots.

When carrying out autumn work in the garden, it is necessary to remove fallen fruits and seeds.

Almost every gardener encounters shoots from fruit trees. It is important to learn how to properly care for plants and fight shoots, then the garden will delight with its harvest for many years.