River Birch 5 ft from House: Roots Safe, Prune Limbs

River Birch Roots Are Non‑Aggressive

Fibrous root system; no documented foundation damage. At 5 ft:

• Roots won’t harm foundation.
• Limbs may rub house—prune back annually.
• As tree grows, remove lower limbs to raise canopy.

Keep the trees; manage canopy, not roots.