Table 2.

Mean Root Deptha For Several Species On The Landfill and Control Plots

SpeciesLandfill (inches)Control (inches)
Japanese black pine3.13.7
Norway spruce2.01.7
Hybrid poplar (rooted cuttings)2.55.5
Honey locust3.36.5
Green ash3.75.8
Hybrid poplar (saplings)3.35.0
  • a Spθcies are arranged from most tolerant to least tolerant of landfill soil conditions according to shoot and stem measurements.