David Montoya

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Stories By David Montoya

  • How To Kill Buckthorn

    How to Kill Buckthorn. Buckthorn is a northern European shrub that is highly aggressive. It is capable of taking over landscapes and killing other vegetation in a short period of time. Fortunately, there are several ways to get rid of this troublesome plant. Starting early provides your best opportunity to solve the problem, since immature buckthorns can be removed by hand. Larger buckthorns, on the other hand, may require the use of larger equipment and herbicide.

    By David Montoya September 6th, 2022 Read More