You MUST read the disclaimer (below) BEFORE using the forum. by MooCow » Tue Aug 23, 2005 11:11 pm, Post that way its not going to demolish your house. Eucalyptus Tree Root Damage. by nigelrb » Wed Aug 24, 2005 11:31 pm, Post Keep reading to learn more about how to prune a eucalyptus tree. 18 pages) Ask a question Liability for tree roots and branches. The bark is a blue-grey colour and peels off in strips to reveal yellow patches underneath. by Tim Bracey » Wed Aug 24, 2005 12:25 pm, Post The tree has grown to approx. How Long do Trees Live in the UK? Eucalyptus can vary in form from a short shrub to a tall, evergreen tree. i am not quoting the law this is what is excepted policy in australia. 1metre his side of our shared fence. Trees, like all other living organisms, have a natural life cycle and a finite life span. This is normal! This 30yr or so old tree being right in front of the planned new house, we don't think is good for a) our house (because of what Nigelrb said -"Do you think that the excavation for footings may sever some roots which will subsequently send them scurrying into your property in the quest for water?" Life is never what it seems; there is always two sides to every story. Eucalyptus Tree and how far away a new house can be built. An attractive tree they have little to offer our wildlife. 222879/SC038262. Eucalyptus are prone to windrock and, if planted too large or when even slightly rootbound, there is the strong possibility of the top growing more quickly than the roots, resulting in a lack of stability. Understanding UK law relating to trees can help everyone grasp the rights and responsibilities of tree ownership. Before planting, do not incorporate any manure, as this will encourage too much leafy growth. Introduction. Mon – Fri | 9am – 5pm, Join the RHS today and support our charity. My neighbour has just planted a eucalyptus tree about 3ft from my garden fence. We aim to enrich everyone’s life through plants, and make the UK a greener and more beautiful place. www.eucalyptus-trees.co.uk is part of Kings Barn Trees Nursery. The tree overhung the neighbours and they asked if they could cut branches down and we said only overhanging branches, but as the trunk also overhung they cut they trunk to the border thus cutting the whole tree leaving us a stub of a trunk and a few flimsy branches that were falling our side. by nigelrb » Tue Aug 23, 2005 11:11 pm, Post do you know what type of gum tree it is? Keep it to about 6ft and it has caused no problems whatsoever. Eucalyptus trees are commonly known as gum trees due to the sap that seeps from cracks in the bark. For more information about trees and how they can affect a property see our other news item. Very attractive, fast-growing trees best used as specimens. Main issue is that with a 2 storey house planned to be built within 4 metres of this tree, how will it effect my 1934 house next door? Planting. by Tim Bracey » Tue Aug 23, 2005 11:35 am, Post As required by law, the USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) has published the draft Environmental Impact Statement with a public comment period. by Tim Bracey » Tue Aug 23, 2005 9:56 pm, Post these trees can get very big. Bottom line is that we don't want our neighbour to build his house at the end of his garden, right next to ours...... estate was built in the 1930's with nice long gardens and trees, so "infilling" is not what we and others want. Sometimes, a red resin exudes through breaks in the bark, hence the tree’s other name – the gum tree. i have heard from a arboricologist and tree specialist that the NEW laws are that. This website uses of cookies. Where the roots of a tree causes damage to a neighbouring property the owner of the tree can be liable, under the law of nuisance, for such damage. Eucalyptus trees can be used for a wide variety of uses including: Screening and Hedging, Ornamental and Specimen planting and for Floristry. Why Eucalyptus. The Arboricultural Association at www.trees.org.uk is able to provide you with details of local, qualified arborists who will be able to help you identify any potential problems or safety and maintenance issues you may have with a tree on your property or one you are hoping to purchase. They are ‘more productive than any other timber crop currently grown commercially’ (Forestry Commission). Looking for issues to put across to the local Planning dept. The eucalyptus tree has become an invasive plant in some areas of the United States. by mechman » Sat Aug 27, 2005 10:59 am, Post if its less than 6ft then its still a sappling. Native plants are unable to grow under the thick cover of the groves that develop over time. United Kingdom . See our Tree Size Guide for more info. I have mentioned to my neighbour my concern that it would damage my property if it were to fall and suggested cutting some of the growth, his response … The upper part of the tree has an area of foliage large enough to form a "sail" like effect in high winds. I have a eucalyptus tree in my garden. Eucalyptus are part of the myrtle family, Myrtaceae. by MooCow » Tue Aug 23, 2005 6:08 pm, Post Eucalyptus (/ ˌ juː k ə ˈ l ɪ p t ə s /) is a genus of over seven hundred species of flowering trees, shrubs or mallees in the myrtle family, Myrtaceae.Along with several other genera in the tribe Eucalypteae, including Corymbia, they are commonly known as eucalypts. We grow all of our trees from seed on site in Leics. by pommy » Wed Aug 24, 2005 5:09 pm, Post right so a nice sizable tree. Make the tree seek out water from my side of the area and cause subsidence to my house? Firewood should be seasoned before using so that it will burn evenly and cleanly. Joined: 26 May 2005 ... 2nd There is a massife leylandi tree over 30feet tall, Now with some new law i hear about not letting them over 2metres in height. Claims for damage resulting from tree roots are brought in nuisance rather than trespass despite the fact that the tree roots will … At the end of his garden is a vary large Eucalyptus tree. They only become huge if you don't prune them. Liability for tree roots and branches Practical Law UK Practice Note 8-107-4454 (Approx. electric) companies have the right to keep public service cables clear but should serve notice before carrying out the work. No idea what sort of Eucalyptus tree it is - ordinary and BIG (50ft +) UK Eucalyptus tree with long, thin leaves. Thats the worry. This is pretty simple, even in law - anything that one would call a tree is a ’tree’ (ref: Bullock v Secretary of State for the Environment, 1980). it should be further away than it is high. Post lovely trees tho they are many people have been killed by them and substatially more have been injured and had property damaged. In many cases, it is necessary to kill the tree in order to claim back your yard. 10m in height and due to a bend in the trunk most of the tree is actually on my side of the boundary, above my garden shed. We offer smaller Planting Stock sizes (usually 20cm-70m tall) along with more mature trees up to 210cm tall. they are big heavy trees and are known for falling over or losing limbs when not grown in ideal conditions. what is the circumfrence of its trunk? Your arboriologicalisttreespecialist is simply wrong. They usually are the older leaves, found directly on the trunk or older branches. Eucalyptus tree plants are well known for their rapid growth, which can quickly become unmanageable if left unpruned. Look out for: young leaves that are usually stemless and rounded. Make the tree seek out water from my side of the area and cause subsidence to my house? We grow over 35 species from seed in sustainable peat-free media on our site. Tångavägen 5, 447 34 Vårgårda info@futureliving.se 0770 - 17 18 91 Hmm, I think planning laws/guidelines suggest that you shouldn't build under the canopy (or potential canopy) of a tree, rather than using the maximum height of the tree as you minimum distance from which you can start building. Eucalyptus Trees - Gum Trees. with a eucalyptus of this size you should never trim them as they sprout a lot of regrowth and this regrowth is much weaker than a normal branch and they drop these a lot more in storms and windy weather. Robert and Amanda Marshall, 49 and 44, are said to have flown into a rage after discovering Kate Vovro, 51, had trimmed eucalyptus trees overhanging her garden in Verwood, Dorset. by MooCow » Thu Aug 25, 2005 8:04 am, Post An independent UK nursery specialising in Eucalyptus Trees. and b) for the people who move into this new house (who'd want such a tree 4m from their front room?). Eucalyptus trees have a high oil and water content, so the wood must be split and given enough time to dry out before being burnt. A trees lifespan is predisposed by genetics and influenced by a variety of natural events, including; the availability of water, sun, temperature, the presence or absence of wind, fires, pests, diseases, Looking at a number of websites (including the Garden Law one) I have found info on safe distances for building near trees, but none cover Eucalyptus trees.......does anyone have any such info? The tree had significantly moved a fence post and fence panels into our garden. However, eucalyptus trees are difficult to split because they tend to twist as they grow, and the fibre is stringy. They go red-brown-coffee coloured, sometimes with brightly coloured or dark brown spots. Plant and stake the tree when small and young to give the roots a chance to establish themselves. The tree rises to a height of 20 metres. by Treeman » Sun Aug 28, 2005 12:28 am, Powered by phpBB® Forum Software © phpBB Limited. Thks everyone for yr input. Thks. Thks. Eucalyptus tree, Are they protected & how long are the r. Discussion in 'In the Garden' started by diggy.1, 28 Jul 2005. diggy.1. UK Property Law. RHS Garden Hyde Hall Spring and Orchid Show, Free entry to RHS members at selected Join the RHS today and support our charitable work, Keep track of your plants with reminders & care tips – all to help you grow successfully, For the latest on RHS Shows in 2020 and 2021, read more, RHS members get free access to RHS Gardens, Free entry to RHS members at selected times », Reduced prices on RHS Garden courses and workshops, General enquiries No idea what sort of Eucalyptus tree it is - ordinary and BIG (50ft +) UK Eucalyptus tree with long, thin leaves. Eucalyptus trees can be a total pest As you correctly say the roots run close to the surface and IMHE can be bigger in diameter than the tree trunk However you can legally cut back every single root and branch that crosses the boundary whether she likes it … so if potentially it can reach 200ft in height then it needs to be at least 200ft from your house. I am worrried about the effect on my house caused by the distruption to this tree by the building of this new house (which will be 4.5 metres from the tree) and its roots and hence the soil/water table. Trees add structure and drama to a garden but their size and potential to cause nuisance or damage means they can sometimes be a worry. also they don't like to be near grass or gardens that use fertaliser as they are used to more arid conditions and this will weaken them. by MooCow » Wed Aug 24, 2005 12:39 pm, Post Genus of over 680 species of evergreen trees and shrubs found mainly in Australia but also in the Philippines, Malaysia, Indonesia, Papua New Guinea and Melanesia. ArborGen, Inc. with headquarters in Ridgeville, South Carolina, wants “non-regulated status” for their genetically engineered eucalyptus trees. You can visit our Nursery website and online shop here. My neighbour has a eucalyptus tree planted approx. The majority of eucalyptus trees are native to Australia and there are over 700 species in the genus. Connect one-on-one with {0} ... Hi, our neighbour has a large eucalyptus tree that over time has grown so the main trunk of the tree has grown over the boundary but the returns back over his property. Leaves on young trees and sucker shoots are usually opposite, developing to alternate ones as the tree matures. Get UK property law questions answered by Experts. by pommy » Wed Aug 24, 2005 9:15 am, Post Gembo, my own experience of a eucalyptus tree is the total opposite of other posters. For instance, when rain soaks the ground and the wind roars, the shallow root depth of eucalyptus make the trees more likely to topple over, as the foliage on eucalyptus branches acts as a sail. Have one about 8 metres from house which has been there for 15 years or more. Pruning eucalyptus not only makes these trees easier to maintain, but it also can reduce the amount of leaf litter and improve their overall appearance. Eucalyptus are fast growing hardwood trees of very high calorific value. The Royal Horticultural Society is the UK’s leading gardening charity. Eucalyptus can be cut back hard in spring to slow growth. Everything you need to know about choosing the right eucalyptus for you. The Australian varieties of eucalyptus are synonymous with Koala bears as the leaves are one of their main sources of food. Main issue is that with a 2 storey house planned to be built within 4 metres of this tree, how will it effect my 1934 house next door? by MooCow » Wed Aug 24, 2005 5:39 pm, Post Most eucalyptus tree problems occur when the ground is wet. A medium tree reaching heights of 12m/40ft or more it can be kept to a smaller size by pruning in early spring. So any info on "safe" building distances gratefully receieved. Your tree may have a flush of spotty leaves at the beginning and end of the growing season. Given enough time the tree will cause structural problems and the tree is also ontop of a dranage pipe where a previous tree had to be cut down by the previous owner because of dranage problems. My neighbour has a Eucalyptus tree, an evergreen known for shallow roots, close to my dividing fence and brick built garage. Garden Law is for general information only and does not constitute professional advice. times, RHS Registered Charity no. There are more than 700 species of Eucalyptus tree, mostly native to Australia, with only fifteen species occurring outside Australia. My neighbour has put in a planning application to build a house at the end of his garden (he is on a corner plot), next to my house. 020 3176 5800 Used for a wide variety of uses including: Screening and Hedging Ornamental. To enrich everyone ’ s other name – the gum tree it is high property see our news. 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