I have a large magnolia tree approx 8ft from my house. It's trunk is about 8inches in dia.
And it's about 17 ft tall. The roots have pushed through the side of the pond about the same distance away,is it possible the roots could damage the foundations of the house?

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Originally Posted by cobra40

I have a large magnolia tree approx 8ft from my house. It's trunk is about 8inches in dia.
And it's about 17 ft tall. The roots have pushed through the side of the pond about the same distance away,is it possible the roots could damage the foundations of the house?

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Although your foundation is stronger, it is only a matter of time before it is effected also.

From: www.floridata.com

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Be forewarned that this southern giant needs plenty of room. Don't expect grass or anything else to grow underneath a magnolia. The old leaves that accumulate under the tree seem to take forever to decompose.

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I have been told that they can.
I have conifer trees, that have created the same problem for me, lifting the patio slabs by some height.Also if I plant elsewhere in the garden, as I dig down there is always a huge root facing me.

I am trying to get them cut down but it is very costly, which will be even more costly if they reach the house.

Very worrying.

You can't fool mother nature... yes... the roots will eventually affect the foundation but... they will always be trying to find moisture thus... tend to go towards moist areas... like... septic tank field lines...