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| Watch your step! Shumard oaks have surface roots. Along with the tripping hazard, surface roots add interest to the landscape. |
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| Thick roots stretch out from the trunk, running along the surface of the ground, appearing to clutch the earth for stability. |
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| Knobby, protruding roots make lawn maintenance more of a chore, so keep this in mind when planting. |
