ANR-1058, New Nov 1997. By John W. Everest, Extension Weed Scientist, Professor, and Mike Patterson, Extension Weed Scientist, Professor, both in Agronomy And Soils at Auburn University.

Brush Control

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Killing unwanted brush and small trees or preventing stumps from sprouting is a problem for many landowners in rural settings. Although every situation is different, there are a number of herbicides and application methods available to control brush or prevent stumps from sprouting. In general, however, the herbicides used for brush control are not labeled for use in the home landscape or domestic settings where desirable plants are present.

The use of brush control herbicides requires careful consideration of the environmental impact of these products and their application methods. Herbicides used for brush control vary in environmental stability, leachability, flashback potential, selectivity, and handling requirements. Herbicides may damage surrounding vegetation, contaminate groundwater, and prevent desirable vegetation from becoming established for several years.

This publication suggests ways to avoid problems, but it does not supersede product label instructions or discuss first aid, storage, and disposal requirements. The specific herbicide label lists hazards that may make the product unsuitable for use in certain situations. Read and follow the requirements on the herbicide label.

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CONTENTS

Steps In A Brush Control Program | Factors To Consider In Choosing A Brush Control Program | Application Methods | Herbicides | Tables

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For more information, call your county Extension office. Look in your telephone directory under your county's name to find the number.

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Use pesticides only according to the directions on the label. Follow all directions, precautions, and restrictions that are listed. Do not use pesticides on plants that are not listed on the label.

The pesticide rates in this publication are recommended only if they are registered with the Environmental Protection Agency and the Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries. If a registration is changed or canceled, the rate listed here is nor longer recommended. Before you apply any pesticide, check with your county Extension agent for the latest information.

Trade names are used only to give specific information. The Alabama Cooperative Extension System does not enforce or guarantee any product and does not recommend one product instead of another that might be similar.

For more information, contact your county Extension office. Visit http://www.aces.edu/counties or look in your telephone directory under your county's name to find contact information. Issued in furtherance of Cooperative Extension work in agriculture and home economics, Acts of May 8 and June 30, 1914, and other related acts, in cooperation with the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The Alabama Cooperative Extension System (Alabama A&M University and Auburn University) offers educational programs, materials, and equal opportunity employment to all people without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, veteran status, or disability.

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