Table 2.

Simple linear regression r2 values for the probability of roots at sidewalk joints within 1.8 m (6 ft) of tree as predicted by time since planting and trunk diameter.

GenusAdjusted r2 (dbh)Adjusted r2 (time)P-value dbh as a predictor of root problemP-value time as a predictor or root problem
Gleditsia88.7%80.0%<0.010.10*
Koelreuteria61.1%44.9%<0.010.06*
Quercus30.2%38.1%0.030.02
Zelkova49.6%54.1%0.020.06*
All trees75.5%62.1% <0.01 <0.01
  • *Denotes model that is not significant at the 95% level.