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Re: pine tree removal

The Bay Area Gardener wrote:
> 
> A friend just cut down three big old Monterey Pines out of his yard. > Does anyone have thoughts about much of the root structure to get out > and short cuts for doing so? 

In this country anyway, Monterey (Radiata) Pines have a VERY strong root
system. They never blow out of the ground. In exceptional winds (100+
mph) mature trees have been known to snap off about six feet above
ground without disturbing the roots!

Monterey Cypress on the other hand, has shallow roots that spread out in
a broad "disk" just below the surface. These do blow over in strong
winds, bringing this whole disk with them.

Tony
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Tony & Moira Ryan <theryans@xtra.co.nz>
Wainuiomata, New Zealand/Aotearoa ("Land of the Long White Cloud")
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