By Teo Spengler Nobody can deny that magnolia trees in bloom are a glorious sight. Magnolias are so commonly planted in warm regions that they have become almost emblematic of the American South. The fragrance is as sweet and unforgettable as the huge, white blossoms are lovely. Although magnolia trees are surprisingly low maintenance, magnolia tree roots can cause problems for a homeowner. Read on to find out the type of magnolia tree root damage to expect if you plant these tree close to the house. Magnolia Root System Magnolias, like the glorious southern magnolia (Magnolia grandiflora), the state tree of Mississippi, can grow to 80 feet tall. These trees can have a 40-foot spread and a trunk diameter of 36 inches. You might think that magnolia tree roots head straight down in order to stabilize these big trees, but that is far from the truth. The magnolia root system
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