Do you have any general recommendations about how far apart any trees that we plant need to be from the septic system? - Cooperative Extension: Garden and Yard - University of Maine Cooperative Extension

Question: I’m considering planting some trees or shrubs as a privacy screen at the edge of my property. I’m concerned about root systems and encroachment upon our septic system which is on that side of the house. Do you have any general recommendations about how far apart any trees that we plant need to be read more