Tree root question

Jul 09, 2005 4 Replies

How far from cement driveway / sidewalks should you plant trees to avoid problems with roots damaging the concrete?



How far from a septic tank and line should you plant trees to avoid problems with roots damage?



The specific trees I'm concerned with are Rocky Mt Juniper and Colorado Blue Spruce.



Thanks, Bill


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Hi Bill

The roots are not invasive with Picea pungens and Juniperus virginiana.

Derryl Killan

Horticulturalist

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Does that mean no problem in either case?

I would use the adult height of the tree as a minimum. I don't like to take chances with septic fields.

Berkshire Bill

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