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Lateral surface roots begin dominating the root system
The largest diameter roots on this five year old tree are located close to the surface of the soil. The tap roots (there are two on this tree) are still alive and were deflected by a low oxygen zone 3 feet below soil surface. There are some oblique roots groing down at an angle. The largest diameter roots are now just under the soil surface.
