How To Fill In Tree Stump Holes

Recently, a large tree stump was removed from my front lawn, leaving a giant hole in its place for me to deal with. 

Unsure of how to fill in this unsightly and potentially hazardous hole, I began researching online for easy fixes. If you need any tips on how to fill in tree stump holes, then rest assured, I have everything you need to know in one in-depth guide. 

Let’s get right into it, shall we? 

How To Fill In Tree Stump Holes 

1. Clearing The Hole 

Regardless of the size of the tree stump that was removed, the holes they leave behind can be quite extensive. Although they may appear small above ground, the root system of a single tree can fan out all around, leaving a considerably large hole behind. 

As such, the first step before any work is done on filling in this hole should be to clear it out. This process includes removing stray roots left behind and wood chips from when the tree was cut down. 

The reason it is so essential to remove these remains of the tree thoroughly is so they don’t decay once covered with soil. If left unchecked, the wood elements will break down and rot, providing ideal conditions for mushrooms to grow. 

2. Adding Large Rocks 

With such a large space to be filled, only using soil can be costly and time-consuming. To work around this and avoid breaking the bank by buying large bags of soil, many landscapers use large rocks to fill up the space efficiently. 

Additionally, these large rocks provide a solid base for the soil to settle around. Moreover, any future plants or trees that grow in the area can use the rocks as an anchor until they are able to support themselves with their own root system. 

3. Filling In Soil And Replanting 

Once the rocks are in place, the hole is ready to be filled with soil. Ideally, this would be a one-time job — but sadly, this is not the case. As the ground settles in, there may be some shifting, resulting in dips and bumps where the hole used to be. 

Over time, you may require more soil to fill in the smaller gaps between the rocks. That said, hold off on putting down any grass or other plants until the ground is uniform and even. Once you feel it is adequately evened out, you can plant flowers, another tree, or keep it simple with some grass. 

Wrapping Up