I'd like to plant some lilacs next to my house on either side and I just read that sometimes lilac root systems can damage foundations.
I found this article (https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/orname ... -roots.htm) with more details that basically says - they can if you have a shallow foundation by the roots growing under it - as lilac root systems are usually shallow.
Is this true?
My foundation is at least 6-7 feet under ground with our basement (I haven't officially measured it) but that sounds right giving a foot or 2 for where the basement windows sit.
Anyway, do you all think I'm safe still planting my lilacs close to my house?
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