We have two large ash trees at the end of our garden - we've found the best way to get rid of ash seedlings is to attack them with a sharp hoe as soon as they appear - you do have to be vigilant! You could also cut them down with grass shears to remove the leaves. Is there anything i can spray on my female ash tree to stop or thin the seeds? I have a large garden which is running a mock with weeds…… although some of the weeds look like flowers which is rather annoying! Ash dieback is marching across the country and scientists are hoping that some tres will appear that have some resistance to it. There's an old gardener's saying 'one years seed, five year's weed' and this is very true. Regular mowing will eventually get rid of the ash seedlings, however, do not adjust the mowing height just to cut the seedlings in the lawn. I would add that it's very important not to allow weeds to develop seed. I would resort to the chemical route for this particular problem i.e. Is there a way to get rid of them without killing the rest of the landscaping perennials? Thanks so much. Maricopa County Arizona. Also, for the first couple of years, when the soil's wet, loosen the soil with a fork/spade and pull at the same time. Mowing to less than 2 inches can result in decreased drought and heat tolerance and higher incidence of insects, diseases and weeds. Single application works every time. You may be lucky to have one of those in your forst of unwanted offspring. But however, where I am may be lost.”, http://www.eveningnews24.co.uk/news/john_innes_centre_scientist_awarded_british_empire_medal_for_her_work_on_ash_dieback_disease_1_3904046. Hand pulling these seedlings from garden and bed areas is the safest way to get rid of them, but requires some time and diligence. Interesting to note that our trees didn't produce any seeds at all in 2014 either! We have the same problem. I have a large self-seeded Ash tree overhanging my very small garden. The home is a rental so she could care less i guess. I am sure I will have plenty more questions! Do you know of any way to stop the seeding? Do I use weed killer? There are three products that can be sprayed onto a tree to prevent the production of unwanted fruit on trees … Finally, make sure beds and borders are thickly mulched in order to help hinder sprouting of seeds and other such non-desirables. Do you know how long it will take for all the seeds to fall? But if you can keep a few alive in a quiet corner it may be a good idea. I have found that i cannot rip ash weeds out, even the skinny ones are stuck solid. Ask an Expert is made up of groups and individual experts. Male ash trees do not produce seeds, so you or a neighbor has a female ash tree that produced seeds last fall. All that said, the nuisance seeding and allergic reactions would tend to make these trees less desirable to you....consider having them removed and replaced with something other than ash. 20 years of keeping an eye out has greatly improved the situation but this (last) year there were no seeds, not a single one. Ash seedlings have been prolific this year. We have had an more than an abundance of ash tree seeds this year and as a result, we must have a billion tiny plants taking root. Shropshire Rose.....this forum sometimes has its ups & downs, but it is consistent with its eagerness to help others, particularly those new to gardening. We have two large ash trees at the end of our garden - we've found the best way to get rid of ash seedlings is to attack them with a sharp hoe as soon as they appear - you do have to be vigilant! For lawns, keeping a healthy, thick, vigorous lawn will help. They also render trees vulnerable to disease. First day gardening went well! I think they were having a rest as the previous year there'd been a heavy crop. I'm wondering if we will need to take the 3 huge trees off our property as the seeds are a constant problem, along with the dust as they break down. or can i cut them ou?t Some have stuck themselves to the cracks in walls or next to the house so difficult to dig out! Male ash trees do not produce seeds, so you or a neighbor has a female ash tree that produced seeds last fall. Having said that, this will have to wait until spring, as it will be ineffective until the sap begins to rise. It is about the only time I resort to chemicals but used it effectively to totally remove an old hedge full of brambles, privet and greengage suckers. I am dangerously allergic to the trees, undergoing allergy shots and carry an Epi-pen now. David K, that is handy I've cleared a patch and found a shed load of snow drop shoots under a load of moss….. at least i think they are going to be snow drops! We use cookies … It would have to be applied during flowering in April. We're keeping our eyes peeled for signs of Ash Dieback - we're literally just down the road from the John Innes Centre where the research is being carried out http://www.eveningnews24.co.uk/news/john_innes_centre_scientist_awarded_british_empire_medal_for_her_work_on_ash_dieback_disease_1_3904046.