RT Journal Article
SR Electronic
T1 A Review of Root Barrier Research
JF Arboriculture & Urban Forestry (AUF)
FD International Society of Arboriculture
SP 84
OP 88
DO 10.48044/jauf.2008.011
VO 34
IS 2
A1 Morgenroth, Justin
YR 2008
UL http://auf.isa-arbor.com/content/34/2/84.abstract
AB A review of root barrier research from the past 40 years is presented. Research has resulted from the need to minimize conflicts between the expanding roots of trees and urban infrastructure such as roads, curbs, sidewalks, foundations, and underground utilities. The history of root barriers, naming conventions, and different classes are described. The results of experiments and surveys are examined, the successes and failures of different barriers are noted, and directions for future research are suggested.