By Jpike
Derbyshire,
United Kingdom 
We have a hedge which is full of Elder and as we are both in our 70,s I wonder if anyone can advise how to kill it,Roots and all Jean
24 Jul, 2012
Answers
Thank you Anchorman,I am arranging for someone to cut the trees to ground level and then will use your advice
25 Jul, 2012
Cut down to a short stump. drill holes in top of stump and apply a stump killer available at DIY sheds. Cover stump with plastic bag to keep water/animals off.
As you're in your 70's you may need to get help with this.
24 Jul, 2012