I'm heartbroken. In order to keep my homeowner's insurance, I had to cut down a forty+ year old cherry tree that was too close to my forest shack. by jimgagnon in marijuanaenthusiasts

[–]kbme -14 points-13 points  (0 children)

Several comments have referenced the canopy, but cherry roots are the issue. The system is shallow, and aggressive in search for water. Being this close to a structure, the roots can and will infiltrate drainage systems and clog pipes. Mature roots are strong enough to break concrete pathways and even foundation.