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I think we have a Tree of Heaven sprouting up in our front yard. I believe our neighbor had one of these, but has since cut it down. His tree was quite tall, but I'm not sure why he took it down. We also have Staghorn Sumacs, which also send up shoots, so I'm used to that. The Tree of Heaven is coming up right where I've wanted a tree, so that's why I'm torn. I've been reading the info page on it, and it doesn't seem to be very popular. I think a lot of the negatives are regarding the shoots, but some also say that the tree stinks.
My question is, would I be completely insane if I let the tree grow? I really want a tree there, but not if it's going to destroy other plants and make my life miserable. The Sumacs already get on my nerves, but I've come to terms with them, because they grow fast and are pretty in the Fall. I forgot to mention that we don't have a lot of trees in the front yard now, so the Sumacs have actually been a small blessing. I just pull out the ones I don't want.
I'm pretty sure the Sumac will eventually make it's way to the same area as the Tree of Heaven. Should I wait on the Sumac, and take out the Tree of Heaven while I still can? It's only about 3 inches tall at this point. Oh, and the tree is directly under power lines. Judging by the height of the neighbor's tree, I think that might be a problem?
Thanks for your input.
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