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Originally Posted by Ironhorse
So we lost our small 12' mountain ash a few years ago, likely due to black rot. now it's just a dead tree with deteriorating branches holding up some Christmas lights. I'd like to replace it with a different tree. Do I need to grind out the roots of the old one first? Or could I plant a new one beside it? Additionally, what would be a good tree in a spot that gets sun pretty much all day?
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Mountain ash grows by seeds in the fruit or by root suckers. You don't have to grind the stump.
Elm or green ash would be a good choice for a shade tree. Depends on what form you prefer.