Tree Roots in the Built EnvironmentThis publication sets out a comprehensive review of tree root biology and covers a broad range of practical issues that need to be considered in order to grow trees successfully in our towns and cities and to realise the significant benefits they provide in built environments. Topics covered include: soil condition and roots; improving tree root growth in urban soils; water supply and drought amelioration for amenity trees; coping with soil contamination; protecting trees during excavation and good trenching practice; control of damage to tree roots on construction sites; tree root damage to buildings and pavements, sewers, drains and pipes; research needs and sustainability issues. |
Contents
Acknowledgements | 1 |
Soil Conditions and Roots | 14 |
The Growth and Functions of Roots | 40 |
Urban Soils for Amenity Trees | 76 |
Establishment of Young Trees | 123 |
Water Supply and Drought Amelioration | 181 |
Coping with Soil Contamination | 209 |
Protecting Trees During Excavation | 242 |
Causes and Control of Damage to Tree Roots | 281 |
Tree Root Damage to Buildings | 319 |
Tree Root Damage to Pavements and LowRise | 369 |
a problem? | 380 |
Tree Root Damage to Sewers Drains and Pipes | 395 |
Research Needs and Sustainability | 416 |
Glossary | 456 |
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Tree Roots in the Built Environment John Roberts,Nick Jackson,Arboricultural Association No preview available - 2013 |
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