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plant attaches itself to the stucco. It looks harmless right now and it
isn't a problem yet. If these plants can be maintained, they won't be a
problem in the future.
When you're maintaining plants like these, the biggest problem will be
cracks in the stucco or gap's between the stucco and wood and any other
gap, crack or hole that the plant roots would be allowed to enter.
The biggest problem with finding plants will be their size. As these
plants get larger, they will usually start to cover more of the home,
demanding more nutrients and moisture.
The mains supply of nutrients and water will usually come from the
ground or soil where the base of the plant is located. However, on its
search for more moisture, stucco and brick walls, can provide an
unlimited supply, especially after the plant has covered these areas and
is now blocking the sunlight that provides the heat to evaporate the
moisture from these various.
Plant growing
under roof
Home Repair Tip: Maintain and visually inspect your house on a regular
basis, to make sure that these plants aren't growing into your attic or
any other part of your house.
I have found these plants work their way into your walls, crawl spaces
and attics. I have seen them work their way on top of a wood shingled
roof and over time, the moisture from the plant will start to rot the
roofing material. After the roofing material is damaged, guess what, now
you have a roof leak and a plant that will be working its way through
the damaged roofing materials into your attic.
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