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Yoshino Cherry Roots Near Water Line: No Risk to Modern Pipes

Three Yoshino cherries planted 2 ft above water line in Albuquerque. Owner worries about shallow lateral roots.

Reassurance

Most roots stay in top 2 ft of soil. Modern water/sewer pipes are sealed at joints—roots cannot enter. Old clay pipes with open joints were vulnerable; new pipes are not.

Advice

Don't move the trees. Enjoy them.

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