Question From:
Warren Reid in Malua Bay, Batemans Bay NSW
Nature of problem:
root of tree heading for main watr supply pipe..Want to cut one (1) root hoping the tree will not be advesley harmed.
Type of Plant (if known):
CRAPEMYRTAL
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:
clay
How often do you water the plant:
Once a fortnight
How many hours of sunlight does the plant get each day:
maximum 8 to 9 hours per day.Located in centre of lawn 8 to 9 Hrs. per day. located in centre of lawn
What type of plant is it:
Crepemyrtle
How long since you planted it:
7 years
Have you fertilised? If so, with what and when:
potash 2 years ago
Is the plant indoors or outdoors:
Outdoors
Is the plant in a pot or in the ground:
In ground
What other treatments have you given the plant:
Only Water
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Other Comments:
Answer: Hi Warren, I wouldn’t cut it. Firstly, roots almost never affect water supply pipes. They sometimes grow into drainage pipes that are incorrectly installed or are made of terracotta. If you cut that root, then dozens of crepe myrtle suckers will emerge all over the lawn for the next 50 years or so. Bad idea Warren…Don