Brazilian Pepper tree removal is no easy matter. However, it's not impossible and you don't have to be a certified arborist to get it done on your own. But, it is labor intensive work, so be prepared to put a lot of elbow grease into it. Perhaps you're redoing your outdoor living space and are looking for options to get rid of a kids' playset and more. Or, you're just don't want the tree growing any larger. Whatever the reason, Brazilian Pepper tree removal is something of a straightforward DIY project.
Brazilian Pepper Tree Removal How-To
Now that you're committed to updating your outdoor living space, you need to do something with that old outdoor patio furniture. For this task, you can refurbish it, give it away to family, friends, or neighbors, sell it, or just junk it. But when it comes to Brazilian Pepper tree removal, no one will want it. These invasive species are found throughout the Sunshine State. And, when they crop-up in yards, can aggressively take over space.
This shrub/tree is one of the most aggressive and wide-spread of the invasive non-indigenous exotic pest plants in the State of Florida. There are over 700,000 acres in Florida infested with Brazilian pepper tree. Brazilian pepper tree produces a dense canopy that shades out all other plants and provides a very poor habitat for native species. This species invades aquatic as well as terrestrial habitats, greatly reducing the quality of native biotic communities in the state. --University of Florida, Center for Aquatic and Invasive Plants
The biggest challenge with cutting out a Brazilian Pepper tree is that it's quite thorny and somewhat noxious when cut. Unfortunately, Brazilian Pepper is a very sturdy, which can survive drought, sustain mechanical damage, and fight off disease. In short, it's a resilient species, which makes it a lot harder to deal with. But with the help of herbicide and time, you'll be able to get it out of your yard for good. Here's a simple Brazilian Pepper tree removal how-to you can follow:
- Apply herbicide. Unfortunately, you can't just cut down a Brazilian Pepper tree because it will grow back. The only way to really do Brazilian Pepper tree removal is to kill it entirely with herbicide. Visit your local nursery or home improvement store to find the right chemical. Follow the manufacturer's instructions carefully when applying the herbicide.
- Let the tree die off. All the tree to die. It's important to note, it might take more than one herbicide treatment to completely kill the tree. This will take some time, ranging up to a couple or few weeks, depending on the chemicals and the health of the tree.
- Cut down the branches. After the tree dies off, you can then cut off the branches. Be sure to wear eye and skin protection because the tree can be an irritant. Try to avoid direct contact with the tree, if possible.
- Saw through the trunk(s). Once the branches are cut off the tree, then saw through the trunk(s), approximately six to twelve inches off the ground. Here again, take caution to avoid direct skin contact with any part of the tree.
- Dig up the root ball completely. Now, you can proceed to dig up the whole root ball. You'll need to get beneath it to ensure there's nothing left in the ground. Otherwise, there's a possibility it will grow back.
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