Moffat County Extension: A common landscape problem — tree suckers

Moffat County Extension: A common landscape problem — tree suckers

If you have shade trees, ornamental trees or fruit trees in your landscape, chances are you have encountered tree suckers. These vigorous shoots often appear at the base of a tree, along the trunk or even several feet away from the tree itself. While they may look harmless, suckers can be frustrating for homeowners and may be a sign that a tree is experiencing stress. Tree suckers are stems that develop from dormant buds located on tree roots or…