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    Is this gentle giant in trouble??

    Thanks for all the thoughts. Really fantastic insight here. Ditching the lawn might be an issue for my wife and kids. I could however dedicate some space around the base to low growing plants as many have suggested. Loving the drip irrigation and mister idea, especially when it hits 105 this...
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    Is this gentle giant in trouble??

    I have yet to notice any damage to the driveway or surrounding street, due to root growth. I consulted an arborist a few years back,, before doing some construction and driveway changes. We had to remove one fairly large root that crossed the path of our new driveway. The arborist gave us the...
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    Is this gentle giant in trouble??

    Thanks to all for your time and valuable insight. We love this tree as it stands the tallest in our neighborhood and is so special. In the late 60's it was in the LA Times and recognized by the Audubon Society as the tallest redwood south of the sequoias. I highly doubt it still holds the...
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    Is this gentle giant in trouble??

    Hello all, I have a redwood in my front yard that is approximately 75 feet. It was planted by the original owner of the home in 1948. I live in southern California and it is obviously not native to the area. Due to drought, I fear that the tree may be in trouble. I have posted a few pictures...
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