"Phil L" wrote in message
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gogmagog wrote:

Out of interest, has anyone tried that SBK stuff? Probably not
strictly necessary in this case, but does it really kill off tree
stumps and such?
Used it loads of times, mostly on thistles, nettles and brambles which
other weedkillers find difficult.
Mixed results TBH, it seems the woodier the stem, the more likely that
chemicals will struggle.
For tree stumps, IE just wood, you'd be better mixing it with used engine
oil and painting it on...for brambles mix with the same but thin it down
with turps or any thin solvent and spray it on - the longer it stays in
contact with the greenery the more effective it is.
For ivy, mix it with a bucket of solvite (yes wallpaer paste) and apply it
with your hands (covered in washing up gloves) running them over the
underside of the leaves in an upwards motion, this way the leaves stay on
and absorb the chemical - if you run them down you'll rip the leaves off
and the stalks can't absorb anything

Excellent tips, thank you.