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29-01-2019, 06:04 PM
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Re: Tree roots

Originally Posted by toners ->
The soil layer around here is very thin but this oak managed to grow directly into the rock. Needless to say strong winds bring down some trees that don't have deep roots. This one has since been cut down as it was on the edge of a footpath.

It's like an octopus clinging on for dear life!
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31-01-2019, 12:26 AM
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Re: Tree roots

I knew I shouldn't have planted that tree...







Now my house is rooted.


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31-01-2019, 12:31 AM
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Re: Tree roots

You know that 'Rubber Plant' with its nice shiny leaves sitting in a pot in your lounge? Plant it out and this is what it becomes - A Morton Bay Fig:



It'll push your house out of the way.


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