By Cornishlass
United Kingdom 
i have a twisted willow and my sister says i should remove it because the roots can grow under the house! is that right?
26 Apr, 2011
Answers
it'll be fine, as long as its planted 35/40 feet away from the house.
26 Apr, 2011
As bamboo has said, 10-12 metres away from houses and drains. They break drains as their roots are attracted by the moisture.
26 Apr, 2011
is this even the little ones? as in the grafted type you pick up for under £10?
26 Apr, 2011
You'll have to be clearer than that, Laurandben, if you want an accurate answer. If you mean the Kilmarnock Willow, that needs to be a minimum of 6 feet, preferably a bit more, away from a house.
27 Apr, 2011
How close is it to the house and your drains Cornishlass? Willows can be little devils - their roots seek out moisture everywhere.
26 Apr, 2011