How do you kill briers?

How to Kill Briers

Briars are a type of thorny shrub that can be found in many parts of the world. They can be a nuisance, as they can easily scratch and cut skin, and they can also be difficult to remove. However, there are a few things you can do to kill briers and prevent them from coming back.

1. Pull them out. If the briers are small, you may be able to pull them out by hand. Be sure to wear gloves and long sleeves to protect your skin from the thorns. If the briers are too big to pull out by hand, you can use a pair of pliers or a weed wrench.

2. Cut them down. If the briers are too big to pull out, you can cut them down with a weed trimmer or a brush cutter. Be sure to cut the briers as close to the ground as possible.

3. Apply herbicide. You can also apply herbicide to kill briers. Be sure to use a herbicide that is labeled for use on briers. Follow the directions on the herbicide label carefully.

4. Prevent them from coming back. Once you have killed the briers, you need to prevent them from coming back. You can do this by putting down mulch or weed barrier fabric. You can also try planting other plants in the area to help crowd out the briers.

5. Be patient. It may take some time to kill briers and prevent them from coming back. Be patient and persistent, and you will eventually be successful.

Additional tips:

- If you have a large area of briers, you may want to hire a professional to remove them.

- Be aware that some briers may be poisonous. If you are unsure if a brier is poisonous, do not touch it.

- Always wear gloves and long sleeves when working with briers.