Help! My husband just called the city to remove an antique trash incenerator from our back yard. The problem is a beautiful tree (about 2.5 feet trunk) has grown up around it. I'm worried that this will kill the tree. Any advice? Is there something I can do to help the tree or should I fight having the incenerator removed? I have a photo if anyone would like to see for a better idea.
Removing Old Incinerator From Tree Roots?
- Thread starter ifeddi
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- Ontario, Canada
Wait until they make the visit to your prem and discuss it with them.
Tell them you don't want the tree damaged.
Tell them you don't want the tree damaged.
- Location
- Retired in Minneapolis
What is the configuration of the incinerator? Are there flanges or lips that the tree might have grown around?
If the burner is just a cube of metal the tree will have just grown around it and is likely to give up it's grip with a gentle tug upwards. But...if the tug is out then the roots may be damaged.
If the burner is just a cube of metal the tree will have just grown around it and is likely to give up it's grip with a gentle tug upwards. But...if the tug is out then the roots may be damaged.
- Location
- Longmont, CO
- Location
- Montg. Co. PA
I say leave it where it is and paint it a pretty color. Put some flower pots or a bird bath on it and plant some ivy around it. Antique landmarks are like old trees - here for years but sometimes gone in an instant.
