does an avacado tree have a large root system?

Question

I planted one not far from my septic tank.

Answer 1

Generally the roots are as long as the tree is tall. I would move the tree to a secluded area away from sun and the wind where it can spread out because they do grow fast once extablished and how great to have an avocado tree. Ours came as a surprise out of the compost and has its own little microclimate behind the house so it has thrived to 40 feet - we live on the Oregon Coast - so this is a huge feat! I think you need a female and male to make actual fruit so two trees need twice the space.

Answer 2

If it lives to grow up, it will have a large root system. Near a septic tank is not a good idea. Mine always died as soon as I set them out in the ground outside. And there has to be two of them to have fruit. One male and one female. (I don't know how to tell the difference, but this is what I heard on a TV show about them.)

Answer 3

yes it does & move it asap. it could interfere with the septic tank but most of all, if we are what we eat, so are the plants. if you are planning to eat the product of this tree, then are you also planning to eat wha the plant takes in from the septic? just a thought!

Answer 4

if you let the avacado grow it will have ENOURMOUS roots &you will need a truck to pull it out.trust me....i know from expierience!!!

Answer 5

Bad idea.

Answer 6

Depends on how big it is.