Remove the roots of the thuja hedge from the garden
Thuja or tree of life is a shallow root, the roots of which protrude not deep into the earth, but very broadly. As a result, you have to dig quite a bit when destroying older trees.
also read
- What is the cost of removing the thuja hedge?
- What you need to know about thuja's roots
- The right soil for the thuja hedge
If the thuja hedge has been in the garden for a long time, you should consider commissioning a specialist to remove it. It doesn't cost the world and saves you a lot of work.
Tools needed to remove the roots
To get the roots out of the ground, you will need the following tools:
- Handsaw
- spade
- Digging fork
- possibly winch
- Tarpaulin for excavation
Dig up roots
First, saw off the thuja except for a longer piece of trunk. Remove the lower branches so you can work better.
Start digging around the tree of life until you come across the first stronger roots. These are pierced or sawed through. Finally, you can use the spade to lift the rootstock from below and pull it out of the ground.
The use of a cable winch is advantageous for stronger root stocks. The rope can be attached to the remaining tree stump.
Let the roots rot in the ground
With conifers like the arborvitae, it is also not a problem if you leave the roots of the hedge in the ground. Then just saw the trunk down as far as possible.
However, you cannot then plant new plants there that develop stronger roots. If you pour soil over the roots, you can at least sow the lawn.
But keep in mind that the roots of the thuja in the earth will rot over time. This sinks the floor.
Tips
The soil at the previous location of the thuja hedge is usually quite acidic, so that other plants do not feel comfortable here. It is therefore advisable to replace at least part of the soil in order to improve the plant substrate.
