Redwood Planting Near a Driveway: Insufficient Space for Root Spread

Can I Plant a Redwood 3 Feet from a Driveway and Fence?

A homeowner has only 3 feet between a cement driveway and a fence.

Redwood Root Habit

• Shallow but wide-spreading: 2–3× the crown width.
• 3 feet is far too little space for a redwood to thrive.

Driveway Damage?

Roots are unlikely to lift the cement, but the tree will perform poorly and likely die.

Advice

Consult a local nursery for a suitable substitute tree for such a confined space.