fig tree roots

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fig tree roots

by dana
(huntington beach, ca)

Looking for ideas to solve problems regarding a small yard and large exposed tree roots. We are renting and cannot remove the tree. Have thought about filling with sand and topping with pavers or building an elevated deck over the roots. Looking for the simplest and least expensive solutions.

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May 21, 2010

Thanks For Responding On Fig Tree
by: Kimberly

Hi Dana,
Thanks for responding so quickly on your Fig Tree. You have a very good question about killing the roots. The tree can get damaged if the soil is put up against the trunk.

I did call my local nursery that I deal with all the time, to get a second opinion on your question. They also said the soil wouldn't kill the roots. Actually mulch in itself is good for the roots, as it will retain moisture in the ground.

One problem you might have with a ground garden is over time the roots will have suckers that develop, and this could harm your plants. The nursery reminded me of that, so my first suggestion I would do with caution.

I think a container garden would be great, or just put mulch around the roots and create a bed. This is probably the most inexpensive way to go. You could still put decorative rocks in and around and some outdoor features.

Let us know what you think. Thanks again Dana for responding so quickly. Good luck and keep in touch.
Kimberly

May 21, 2010

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by: dana

I thought about filling it in with dirt or sand, but I've been reading that it will kill the tree if you suffocate the roots. Is this different for fig trees?

May 21, 2010

Fig Tree Roots
by: Kimberly

Hi Dana, Kimberly here from landscape solutions for you. Thank you for asking the question on your Fig Tree Roots.

There are a couple of ideas that come to mind. You can actually make a raised bed around the fig tree. You can bring in six to eight inches of a combination of sand and good quality top soil. Spread it around and over the roots. You now have the option of taking perennial flowers or small shade shrubs and plant around the tree. You can also consider a container garden to go around and in and out of the roots. The container garden creates a unique look around the Fig tree. Top it off with mulch and you have a real nice landscape area. The container bed around the tree may be less work for you. You could also add decorative rocks or stones around the tree to complete the bed.

The other option is just to put mulch over and around the roots with a decorative border. You could add some figurines or other small outdoor features. You could even incorporate your outdoor features in the bed with container or ground plants.

The root sytems of a Fig are really unique and another idea is to just incorporate some containers around the tree, with a couple of bird baths and other small outdoor features. This will give it a natural look. Add a series of three natural rocks in and around, and you got another unique look around your Fig tree.

I hope this helps some and if you need some help with plant selection, feel free to ask. Let us know on what you decide. Thanks again Dana for asking the question here at landscape solutions for you. Hope you are having a great day!
Kimberly

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