Will Leylandii Damage House Foundations?

However, while it is a fast-growing and attractive garden plant, you should probably keep it away from your house's foundation. Its fast growth could interfere with power lines, and the plant could experience soil drainage problems.

Can leylandii roots damage house foundations?

Leylandii roots extract so much water that they can cause clay soil to shrink, leading to subsidence in buildings. ... If the tree has been taking out significant amounts of water, removing it may cause the soil to rehydrate and swell. This “heave” can be just as damaging.

How close can you plant leylandii to a house?

How far from a wall or fence should I plant Leylandii? If you have space, plant them 3ft (90cm) or further away but if space is limited to can plant them as close as 18 inches (45cm) away from a fence or wall.

Alexander Ross

Alexander Ross

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