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Newly planted trees require a weed-free area of at least one metre diameter around the stem, for at least three years after planting. This area can be kept weed-free by herbicides or mulches. Hoeing or other hand weeding can also be used, but is much more labour-intensive. The frequency of weeding and the type of...