Where are the tree roots?

The table below is an estimate of where the structural roots of a tree may be found. It also shows where the critical rooting distance for a tree may be. A tree can have roots outside the critical rooting distance. But the critical rooting distance gives a good indication of what area around a tree should be protected when landscaping.

The above data was taken from Root Growth Control: Managing Perceptions and Realities by Kim D. Coder. The values are estimated and may vary by tree species.

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