kumquat root system

Question

I have 5 Kumquats planted as a screen in my yard. My problem is that the roots have surfaced and causing a problem with grass growth and lawn maintenance. Can the surfaced roots be cut without destroying the tree?

Answer 1

I have 5 Kumquats planted as a screen in my yard. My problem is that the roots have surfaced and causing a problem with grass growth and lawn maintenance.

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