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Old 25-09-2004, 02:03 PM
Plantsman Plantsman is offline
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Originally Posted by Linden
Hello all you tree experts out there!

Our developer planted three Acer Campestre close to our house when it was built eight years ago. These are now fifteen feet tall. I am wondering if they are a threat to the house foundations or to a storm drain which runs below.

I am happy to prune the tree to keep its size in check but wonder if anyone has experience or knowledge of the root system. Thanks.
My policy is never to plant closer to dwelling house foundations than twice the expected ultimate height of the tree to be planted.