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10 Bad Things We Do to Our Trees

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A Battle Between Tree and Property

Poor Tree Planning

Poor Tree Planning

Photo by Steve Nix
Tree and Property Incompatibility
Poor tree placement and the lack of a landscape plan can harm both your tree and the property it battles to live with. Always avoid planting trees that will outgrow the space provided. Damage to building foundations, water and utility lines and walkways are the usual cause of damage. In most cases, the tree has to be removed.

This Chinese tallow tree was planted as an after thought between power and phone service locations. The tree has been mutilated and still puts home utility connections at risk.

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