How can the root system of a pine tree be described?

Pines have a bit poor root system as far as the surface area of absorption is concerned. They have merely developed root-hair. Thus they are unable to get the desired amount of materials from soil of their own. read more

The foundations of pine trees are like most different trees. The seedling begins with an essential root from which soon branch parallel roots. The essential root may develop profoundly as a "tap" root in spite of the fact that this is not especially normal for pines. read more

Like other trees, pines grow far-ranging lateral roots that grow outward in the first 1 to 3 feet under the soil's surface. This complex root system, the tree's moderate growth rate and its relatively narrow crown combine to make a less aggressive root system than that of trees with wider crowns and no taproots. read more

Tree roots can extend as far as two or three times the width of the drip line, or the farthest point from the tree where foliage grows. Pine trees are not known for having invasive root systems but if the soil is dry roots will go where the water is. read more