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| Hi I don't know much about pin oaks except they get very big. Does anyone know if their roots are shallow (I heard this). And if they are shallow, what does that mean? How shallow (1 foot deep or even more shallow?
Our neighbor planted one on the property line (or within a foot or so of it) and we are concerned about damage from the roots. Our sewer lines are about ~10 feet in from the property line. Since this tree will be 50-60 feet high, my husband is already upset about this and I'm trying to figure out a way to keep the roots away from our pipes.
Thanks for the advise. As for the mounds of acorns that will drop all over our yard, not my choice, but won't do any damage! Maybe we can hire some squirrels to remove them. |
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- Posted by wisconsitom 4/5 WI (My Page) on Fri, May 18, 12 at 17:15
| Cloe, all tree roots are shallower than is often thought. How old is your sewer line? If it's a newer PVC type, I'd not worry. If it's an old cast iron affair, than age and the way those were put together could allow for root penetration. And of course you can dig on your own property. Maybe get some of that root barrier stuff consisting of Typar impregnated with slow-release herbicide. +oM |
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| The answer frequently given is if they aren't already leaking the roots won't try to get near them. The roots on my 2 Pin oaks are not too invasive I have shade plants thriving under mine. Maples are shallow rooted, most maples that is. |
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| Thank you for the tip on the root barrier! I had a feeling there must be something like that out there! And it is the old cast iron type. |
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