[Arid_gardener] Question from Home-Hort WWW page

[Mark Di Lucido]

Do not attempt to plant anything in a utility corridor without first getting
approval from the appropriate utility.  Many times there are underground
lines in addition to those overhead.  Utilities also require clearance to
service their facilities so they have specific requirements for planting
near them.  Years ago the Salt River Project published a list of trees that
it approved for planting near its electric lines.  Basically it said that
any tree near or under power lines can be no taller than 20' at maturity.
I'm sure a customer service rep there can give you more details or even the
list if they still have it.  Other utilities may have different requirements
so if you're not in SRP's service district make sure you contact the
appropriate utility.

Mark D.
(not a Master Gardener)

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Subject: [Arid_gardener] Question from Home-Hort WWW page


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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