My first post. I have a 35 year old katsura ( that I planted) - it is taller than my house and one large root has lifted up and cracked one of the concrete
squares of the path to the house. I need to repair this - ( and incidentally will also replace my 100 year old concrete steps). and want to know the best apporach. My first prioroity is
the health of this tree. One well regarded local contractor wants to build up the path by 6" and lay concrete over the root ( also adds another step from the sidewalk)
I've seen permeable asphalt used in DC sidewalks - and it seems a reasonable approach - I know this type of asphalt doesn't last as long . My concern is not about limiting
water runoff because the area is so small. My wish is to simply replace the steps and use permeable asphalt and leave the roots untouched.
Is this realistic? Can the permeable asphalt be used without damaging the roots?
Any other recommendations much appreciated. Pics are taken today.
squares of the path to the house. I need to repair this - ( and incidentally will also replace my 100 year old concrete steps). and want to know the best apporach. My first prioroity is
the health of this tree. One well regarded local contractor wants to build up the path by 6" and lay concrete over the root ( also adds another step from the sidewalk)
I've seen permeable asphalt used in DC sidewalks - and it seems a reasonable approach - I know this type of asphalt doesn't last as long . My concern is not about limiting
water runoff because the area is so small. My wish is to simply replace the steps and use permeable asphalt and leave the roots untouched.
Is this realistic? Can the permeable asphalt be used without damaging the roots?
Any other recommendations much appreciated. Pics are taken today.
