"brian" wrote in message
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Hello all,

I have a Maple tree that I want to take down due to tree roots getting
into a septic system. Unfortunately I won't have the time to do this until
after Winter due to life and jobs. A friend had told me that he heard if
you put copper nails in the tree it'll die.

First I was wondering if anyone knew if this was true?


Yes, it is true. Takes from 50 to 100 years sometimes though.

Also where does one get copper nails? I've never even heard of them
before.


Roofing supply houses will carry them.