Another (potential) girdling root problem????

paulspeterson · 26th August 2010, 05:30 PM

G'day Ekka and others

The attached pics are of a young (1.5 years) melaleuca leucadendra. I have been pulling back some soil from the trunks after planting these trees a little deep. I am wondering whether the root pictured might cause a problem down the track or whether you think its OK. It is not against the trunk as yet. Is it worth cutting off? The tree appears healthy.

... Paul

Eric Frei · 26th August 2010, 06:55 PM

I'd kill it, just asking for trouble down the track with that one.

The Anne Frank tree and many Jacarandas plus a big fig in New farm park were all green before they fell over.

I reckon that's about $200 saved on advice and callout fees so far, see the blue button in my signature?

Jeff Darby · 26th August 2010, 07:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ekka

I'd kill it, just asking for trouble down the track with that one.

The Anne Frank tree and many Jacarandas plus a big fig in New farm park were all green before they fell over.

I reckon that's about $200 saved on advice and callout fees so far, see the blue button in my signature?

anyone truly appreciative of the amount money saved simply by posting a picture and asking a few questions could surely show some appreciation...

Garry Brockley · 27th August 2010, 09:20 AM

I would have to agree with Ekka the root that is the biggest problem is the trees largest root if you cut it off you will most likely kill the tree, if you don't the tree will end up with serious problems when it gets big and will cost you alot of money to replace, best do it now and replace it with the same genus but ensure the roots are taken care of when planting.

treeshaveneeds · 27th August 2010, 04:57 PM

I agree with Galbee and Ekka. The two roots on the left side of the 3rd picture will cause problems within 5-10 years (depending on radial growth) but removing them now will severely hamper the tree. Remove it, and when you pick another tree, examine the root structure before it is planted to be sure the roots are growing in directions that will help. And if not, take it back to the nursery and ask for another. I also think Ekka has a really sensible idea with the blue button.

26th August 2010, 05:30 PM	#1
paulspeterson Sappling Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Townsville, Queenland, Australia Posts: 12	Another (potential) girdling root problem???? G'day Ekka and others The attached pics are of a young (1.5 years) melaleuca leucadendra. I have been pulling back some soil from the trunks after planting these trees a little deep. I am wondering whether the root pictured might cause a problem down the track or whether you think its OK. It is not against the trunk as yet. Is it worth cutting off? The tree appears healthy. ... Paul Attached Thumbnails

26th August 2010, 06:55 PM	#2
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27th August 2010, 09:20 AM	#4
Garry Brockley Bayside Tree Care Brisbane Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Brisbane Aus Posts: 1,649	Re: Another (potential) girdling root problem???? I would have to agree with Ekka the root that is the biggest problem is the trees largest root if you cut it off you will most likely kill the tree, if you don't the tree will end up with serious problems when it gets big and will cost you alot of money to replace, best do it now and replace it with the same genus but ensure the roots are taken care of when planting. __________________ My business:- Brisbane Bayside Tree Care

27th August 2010, 04:57 PM	#5
treeshaveneeds Veteran Heritage Status Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada Posts: 1,399	Re: Another (potential) girdling root problem???? I agree with Galbee and Ekka. The two roots on the left side of the 3rd picture will cause problems within 5-10 years (depending on radial growth) but removing them now will severely hamper the tree. Remove it, and when you pick another tree, examine the root structure before it is planted to be sure the roots are growing in directions that will help. And if not, take it back to the nursery and ask for another. I also think Ekka has a really sensible idea with the blue button.

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