For our ancestors, evergreen spruce and pine trees were not considered symbols of joyful holidays.
Quite the opposite – many years ago these trees were associated with death, illness, family troubles and other problems.
Their wood was used to make coffins, spruce branches were used to pave the way to the cemetery, and it was firmly believed that conifers growing in the yard were the cause of divorces, the absence of sons in the family, and even death.
It is not surprising that we, their descendants, still ask ourselves: is it possible to grow spruce or pine in a garden plot?
We will try to find an answer to it.
So, if we put superstitions aside, coniferous trees do indeed carry a risk – for example, for the gardener’s property.
Due to the incredibly powerful roots, asphalt and street tiles are destroyed, and utility lines and even foundations are damaged.
Another disadvantage of such a neighborhood is that pines and firs burn instantly. If a fire suddenly occurs, the fire can reach the house or other buildings through the conifers.
If you are determined to dance around a real Christmas tree in your yard, rather than an artificial one, plant the tree at least 10 meters away from any buildings.
Tall varieties are best grown in groups of 2-3 or more to reduce the risk of lightning strikes.
And finally, since the root system of these trees is capable of drying out the soil, there is no point in planting any other plants nearby (at a distance of 5-6 meters).
