Lemon tree roots (forum)
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Lyn England starts with ...
We wish to espalier a lemon tree and lime tree along our side fence but have poly pipe storm water pipes about 800mm from the fence and about 300mm deep. Will the lemon & lime tree roots interfere with the pipes
Time: 21st January 2008 7:42pm
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Elizabeth says...
I'm not sure about the pipes Lyn, but my general understanding is that citrus trees have relatively shallow root systems.
Time: 22nd January 2008 12:15am
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John says...
Sorry to say this but, if they grow and smell water, those roots will find a way in.
Time: 22nd January 2008 5:05pm
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