Question From:
Sharon Harris in mooloolah valley, sunshine coast QLD
Nature of problem:
I am led to believe that the daintree pine can grow anywhere from 4 to 7 metres high, i have planted it in the corner of my garden as a christmas tree and it is only about 4 metres away from my house. I am just wondering if the root systems from these pines cause issues with house slabs , do they have big root systems that cause problems . I also would like to know if these pines also look scraggly and older dead foliage sits on the bottom of the pine lilke most pines. Thankyou so much . shaz
Type of Plant (if known):
Daintree pine
Symptoms of Plant Illness (please try NOT to diagnose your problems yourself):
none
Soil Type (e.g. sandy, clay or loam) OR Potting Mix Type:
nice soil but clay maybe further down
How often do you water the plant:
once a month
How many hours of sunlight does the plant get each day:
5
What type of plant is it:
Daintree Pine
How long since you planted it:
it is about one and half metres high and i planted it about 10 months ago, but it was reltively high when i bought it
Have you fertilised? If so, with what and when:
Chook poo , twice a year
Is the plant indoors or outdoors:
outdoors
Is the plant in a pot or in the ground:
ground about 4 metres from the house
What other treatments have you given the plant:
none
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Other Comments:
Answer: Hi Shaz, the Daintree Pine is not a pine tree at all. It is related to She Oaks which can look a bit straggly with age. Under good conditions, however it should look OK. It is not at all likely to damage a nearby house. Don
