how do you kill a tree?
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JMGS4 said:
One of the best ways to kil a tree is to bore a small 1/4" hole 3" deep, in a root and fill it with the mould from some green cheese, Rocquefort works best IMHO. Tree dead within around 2-3 months, as they can't seem to fight the bug.... AND INVISIBLE mostly
Have you tried this or is it just an "urban myth"
I had to kill a holly tree once that was growing by my front door and was bloody nasty- even the local florist didn't want it for free!
A gallon of petrol poured into the ground at the base of the trunk was absorbed by the roots very quickly and killed it dead.
But a proper tree- don't kill it to park a car!
A gallon of petrol poured into the ground at the base of the trunk was absorbed by the roots very quickly and killed it dead.
But a proper tree- don't kill it to park a car!
Davi said:
thewave said:
PS I read somewhere on here about £240 for a tree surgeon 
We had two V.Large leylandii removed for £100 (taken away too)
Try £2,985 quoted to remove our oak... If it doesn't get a bit lower I'll be the one in a cherry picker hacking with a chainsaw We had two V.Large leylandii removed for £100 (taken away too)
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I've got rope access gear and a decent chainsaw, I'll do it and get rid of the wood for £1500 (it is actually quite a task getting rid of a big tree). I've done some big ones in our garden recently and have a few more to go. Especially if you are leaving the garden just as you found it and you have to shift every last leaf. For £3K, I'd expect them to dig the stump up as well and turf over it.
karcoo said:
Can anyone tell me did this tree actually die in the end and what method did they use
Err no, because why would you search on google for how to kill a tree and then wade through to the second page, after sidestepping a lot more valuable information to ask a motoring forum?We managed to persuade our neighbour to remove a huge connifer by using the Human Rights act. Check with a solicitor for details, but I believe article 8 states you ahve a right to enjoy life on your property without fear.
If you're scared that the tree could fall on you while you're in the garden, then the tree must go.
Worked for us and the tree was gone within days of a solicitor's letter being delivered.
If you're scared that the tree could fall on you while you're in the garden, then the tree must go.
Worked for us and the tree was gone within days of a solicitor's letter being delivered.
dp400 said:
Ive applied to the council to have the tree removed and a dropped kerb put in, but the council have refused as it it against thier policy to remove a mature tree unless it is dead or damaged
Just cut the fecker down, what are the council gonna do - stick it back in the ground?
Goochie said:
We managed to persuade our neighbour to remove a huge connifer by using the Human Rights act. Check with a solicitor for details, but I believe article 8 states you ahve a right to enjoy life on your property without fear.
If you're scared that the tree could fall on you while you're in the garden, then the tree must go.
Worked for us and the tree was gone within days of a solicitor's letter being delivered.
That's interesting If you're scared that the tree could fall on you while you're in the garden, then the tree must go.
Worked for us and the tree was gone within days of a solicitor's letter being delivered.
Unfortunately for me i have two populars both in different neighbours gardens and both less that 10 ft from our house one is around 60 ft and the other is around 90 ft
In a storm they bend and twist about violently and to say its a worry is an under statement its just a matter of time before they fall on our house and the next three houses down also.
What can i do when the neighbours refuses to have them removed as it would cost them over a grand each
Any advise most welcome.
Paul
plasticpig said:
A large dose of paraquat should kill it off if it can be obtaind. Reading a safety data sheet first is vital. A more obvious but safer method is to damage the bark in a ring round the tree and damage the soft wood underneath. This is called girdling if IIRC.
You need to be very careful about what you are using as applying some chemicals could land you in court for use of whichever chemical without a license,and if it can be proved that criminal damage has occured you would also land yourself in very hot water.
Also, some old trees have preservation orders on them.
Pasco said:
Goochie said:
We managed to persuade our neighbour to remove a huge connifer by using the Human Rights act. Check with a solicitor for details, but I believe article 8 states you ahve a right to enjoy life on your property without fear.
If you're scared that the tree could fall on you while you're in the garden, then the tree must go.
Worked for us and the tree was gone within days of a solicitor's letter being delivered.
That's interesting If you're scared that the tree could fall on you while you're in the garden, then the tree must go.
Worked for us and the tree was gone within days of a solicitor's letter being delivered.
Unfortunately for me i have two populars both in different neighbours gardens and both less that 10 ft from our house one is around 60 ft and the other is around 90 ft
In a storm they bend and twist about violently and to say its a worry is an under statement its just a matter of time before they fall on our house and the next three houses down also.
What can i do when the neighbours refuses to have them removed as it would cost them over a grand each
Any advise most welcome.
Paul
Seriously now. Have you spoken with the council? They should be your first port of call. Surely if the trees are clearly dangerous they will have to intervene?
You may wish to think about the effects the trees have on your foundations. Trees should not be located less than a distance the same as their height from a building so it is likely the roots of the trees will be lurking around your foundations. My local council recommend engaging a structural engineer in this case to provide a comprehensive report and remedial advice if you are considering litigation.
You must take care when removing mature trees as they do soak up a LOT of water from the ground and removal may cause foundation problems in itself.
Edited by ganglandboss on Friday 12th October 22:01
Silent1 said:
ganglandboss said:
...Kick em in the face!...........Sorry! ...
Did you actually laugh at that? Or did anyone else for that matter?...ganglandboss said:
Pasco said:
Goochie said:
We managed to persuade our neighbour to remove a huge connifer by using the Human Rights act. Check with a solicitor for details, but I believe article 8 states you ahve a right to enjoy life on your property without fear.
If you're scared that the tree could fall on you while you're in the garden, then the tree must go.
Worked for us and the tree was gone within days of a solicitor's letter being delivered.
That's interesting If you're scared that the tree could fall on you while you're in the garden, then the tree must go.
Worked for us and the tree was gone within days of a solicitor's letter being delivered.
Unfortunately for me i have two populars both in different neighbours gardens and both less that 10 ft from our house one is around 60 ft and the other is around 90 ft
In a storm they bend and twist about violently and to say its a worry is an under statement its just a matter of time before they fall on our house and the next three houses down also.
What can i do when the neighbours refuses to have them removed as it would cost them over a grand each
Any advise most welcome.
Paul
Seriously now. Have you spoken with the council? They should be your first port of call. Surely if the trees are clearly dangerous they will have to intervene?
You may wish to think about the effects the trees have on your foundations. Trees should not be located less than a distance the same as their height from a building so it is likely the roots of the trees will be lurking around your foundations. My local council recommend engaging a structural engineer in this case to provide a comprehensive report and remedial advice if you are considering litigation.
You must take care when removing mature trees as they do soak up a LOT of water from the ground and removal may cause foundation problems in itself.
Edited by ganglandboss on Friday 12th October 22:01
i will have a word with the local council Perhaps it might be worth looking at cutting them in half so to speak as then it will not kill the trees but would reduce the chance of them being blown over and also they will still soak up plenty of water
A compramise that will please all including the Tree huggers on this topic
ganglandboss said:
Silent1 said:
ganglandboss said:
...Kick em in the face!...........Sorry! ...
Did you actually laugh at that? Or did anyone else for that matter?...Silent1 said:
ganglandboss said:
Silent1 said:
ganglandboss said:
...Kick em in the face!...........Sorry! ...
Did you actually laugh at that? Or did anyone else for that matter?...That is all I wish to say on the matter.
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