[Arid_gardener] Trees under power lines

[Cathy.Rymer at chandleraz.gov]

Hi Trace,

Thanks for your question.  Phoenix doesn't limit the type of tree planted 
under power lines but the utility companies (APS & SRP), recommend using 
those that don't grow over 25 feet at maturity.  This way the tree won't 
grow in to the lines and require pruning by the line clearance crews. 

For a list of appropriate trees take a look at the Desert Shade Trees 
brochure http://aztrees.org/Guideto_AZShadeTrees.pdf, or the tree section 
in the free booklet, Landscape Plants for the Arizona Desert 
http://amwua.org/conservation/landscape_plants.htm.  It's available at 
local nurseries or from the City of Phoenix Water Conservation office. 
http://www.phoenix.gov/EMAIL/emwtlitreq.html

Good luck.

Cathy Rymer
Certified Arborist
Master Gardener
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Trace
85020
tmoran66 at excite.com

What types of trees are you allowed to plant under power lines in Phoenix? 
 Is there a list available?
   Thank you,
     Trace
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