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-Tamarisk: Deciduous woody shrub <br /> Characteristics:Riparian tree that out competes native and can increase soil salinity.Can re-sprout from <br /> branches.Scale like leaves on slender branches.Likely has multiple trunks. <br /> i tYl <br /> L ~j <br /> Tamarisk Branches Tamarisk flowering Portia l ly defoliated Tamarisk <br /> Methods of Control: <br /> -Chemical/manual:Use the cut stump method for removal.Cutting the tree to the base of the ground and <br /> immediately spray the exposed tops of the trunk.Make sure to remove all debris and branches cut as they can re- <br /> establish. <br /> Effective Herbicides:jApp I icati on rates shout d be derived from product labels specific to weed species and tank mix,additional products maybe used but <br /> should be a herbicide specific totreatingtarget species as per productlabel) <br /> -Glyphosate 100%solution(Check product labels for recommended solution as formulations can be different) <br /> -2,4-D(As specified per label and formulation for Tamarisk) <br /> Figure 9.Specific practices for the control of Tamarisk. <br /> • Safety Considerations: <br /> Applicators should follow all precautions and use all personal protective equipment <br /> specified on herbicide labels when using chemical control on site. <br /> -Typical PPE for herbicide application at a minimum: <br /> - Long sleeved shirt, pants,and closed toe shoes <br /> -Elbow length nitrile or other chemical resistant gloves when mixing,spraying, <br /> or handling pesticides <br /> -Safety glasses <br /> In addition to chemical specific precautions wildlife may be present on site and <br /> shouldn't be interfered with. The site has high walls and equipment in locations that <br /> present a fall danger and should be avoided. <br /> When manually pulling or mowing workers should be alert to the dangers present while <br /> Staying clear of mowing equipment, avoiding insect bites, and wearing gloves and other <br /> PPE required for cutting down trees or pulling spiny thistles. <br />