epsilonGreedy Posted August 24, 2021 Share Posted August 24, 2021 I need to dig a hole to plant an apple tree that is described as a bush tree with an expect final size of 3m wide by 3m high. I understand there is a general 5m minimum distance rule when planting a tree close to house foundations but it would be useful to reduce for this apple tree. The ideal position would be 3.5m from a garage with 1m deep foundations where the concrete pour was 600mm x 600mm. My new build is not past final Building Control inspection yet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Punter Posted August 24, 2021 Share Posted August 24, 2021 Apple trees are not that thirsty. Unless you are on highly shrinkable clay you will be fine. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeterW Posted August 24, 2021 Share Posted August 24, 2021 No issue with an apple being close to a wall - it is how you do espalier or fan trained trees. If you want to go belt and braces then root barrier is not expensive for peace of mind https://gardenersupplies.co.uk/root-barrier-360/ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
epsilonGreedy Posted August 24, 2021 Author Share Posted August 24, 2021 Hey guys just when I wanted a long rambling multi-day thread full of If, Buts and Confusion, I instead get instant clarity. I will now have to go outside and dig this hole. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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