Novicelandscaper said: Is it safe to plant under a tree?
Plant what?
There will be concerns...
Like... sever roots, a particularly sensitive tree may die...
Maples must have those lateral roots at the surface of the soil... cut through those and the tree falls over in a wind...
Dogwoods are easily killed by severing roots.
Way too much is made of the walnuts and hickories...
While it is true that a few plants may not grow near them, there are long lists (easily searched) of plants that won't be bothered by juglone.... If anyone wants to be concerned about allelopathy, they need look no further than their turf. Very difficult to garden in grass.
There are so many plants suited to the shade garden... Many people in the deep south focus their efforts there and avoid cutting down trees... and create gorgeous gardens under the trees.
