By following our guidelines for planting near power lines and ground-level transformers, you can plant trees and shrubs that will enhance your landscape without interfering with utility equipment. And always remember to dig safely - call MISS UTILITY at 1-800-257-7777 or visit MISSUTILITY.NET!
Planting Around Power Lines
For safety and service reliability, BGE must keep clear the 'wire zone' located at the top of each pole. Any tree that grows higher than 25 feet is not suitable for areas near power lines. Use this planting guide, select the right tree(s), and talk to your landscape designer.
Plant taller trees away from overhead utility lines:
Planting around Transformers
Working space is needed for BGE crews to check and service ground-level transformers. Following are suggestions and guidelines for planting around ground-level transformers.
| Plant ID * | Description | Quantity | Mature Height |
| 1 | Taxus Cuspidata Capitata
(Pyramidical Yew) | 3 | 2 - 3 ft. |
| 2 | Berberis Julianae
(Juliana Barberry) | 8 | 18 - 24 in. |
| 3 | Ligustrum Lucidum | 8 | 24 - 30 in. |
| 4 | Abelia Grandiflora
(Pale Pink Abelia) | 4 | 18 in. |
| *The plant ID corresponds to the numbers on the diagram below |
