Crepe Myrtle Stump Keeps Putting Out Shoots Through Sod

Question From: Henrico, Virginia, United States
Q: My Crepe Myrtle was too much work and I removed it and dug up the stump , which took 2 weeks. I put in some sod and was very happy with the results. How I get little trees trying to come back. I guess I just keep mowing them down??

A: In order to remove all growth from the tree professionals bring in a stump grinder and remove a foot or more, depending on the size of the tree, of the below ground growth. Keep mowing :-) Best And Happy Yardening, Nancy