PUBLICATION W1924J
Invasive Species Series: Tree of Heaven
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Summary
Tree of heaven is a highly invasive Asian tree that spreads quickly in Tennessee through huge seed crops and aggressive root sprouts, especially after soil disturbance. It forms dense thickets and can suppress other plants through allelopathy. Because cutting, mowing, or burning often triggers more sprouting, effective control focuses on killing the root system with systemic herbicides. Recommended methods include hack and squirt or cut stump treatments on large trees, basal bark sprays on small stems, and foliar sprays on seedlings and saplings, followed by ongoing monitoring and retreatment.
Publications in Series: Invasive Species
The Introduction, Spread, and Control of Non-Native, Invasive Species in Tennessee Forests
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Invasive Species Series: Princess Tree
The Introduction, Spread, and Control of Non-Native, Invasive Species in Tennessee Forests: Japanese Stiltgrass
The Introduction, Spread, and Control of Non-Native, Invasive Species in Tennessee Forests: Bush Honeysuckle and Japanese Honeysuckle
The Introduction, Spread, and Control of Non-Native, Invasive Species in Tennessee Forests: Chinese Silvergrass
The Introduction, Spread, and Control of Non-Native, Invasive Species in Tennessee Forests: Callery Pear
The Introduction, Spread, and Control of Non-Native, Invasive Species in Tennessee Forests: Chinese Privet
The Introduction, Spread, and Control of Non-Native, Invasive Species in Tennessee Forests: Autumn Olive
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