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How can we fight 

The Multiflora rose is a powerful foe indeed, but they ar not invincible. They can be taken down if proper use of pesticides, fire, and machinery. if you want to learn more about it, scroll down.

Mechanical

This, like the last plant and everything on this website, is not unstoppable. There are many methods to consider getting rid of these plants.You could get rid of them mechanically by using chainsaws to get rid of large infestations, however is impractical to do so without breaking the roots and thorns(13). If chainsaws are used, use them wisely(13).

Fire

You will quickly learn that to get rid of fauna, fire is a very very useful option in getting rid of invasive plants like this one. Fire is also an option for killing the stems and seedlings, but the older plants will most likely resprout from roots(13). Prescribed fire would may also allow easier treatment of plants with herbicides by removing the thorny growth of the plant(13).

Chemicals

 Chemicals, as mentioned above, are useful in assisting fire and also anything else. Using it alone is also option,  and can be useful.Chemicals may also prove effective Applying 2 to 4 percent glyphosate in water to 1 to 2 percent triclopyr in water(13).

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