Complete Guide to Trees and Shrubs

Name: Complete Guide to Trees and Shrubs
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ISBN: 9780897215008

ISBN-10: 0897215001

ISBN-13: 9780897215008

Edition: 2004

Authors: Denny Schrock, Ortho Books Staff

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Demonstrates how to frame outdoor living spaces by selecting the best foundation of trees, shrubs, and woody vines. Popular encyclopedia format illustrates features, uses, siting, and care for 250 woody plant species. Detailed how-to instructions for planting, pruning, maintenance, and pest control. Describes how to select woody plants for purpose, site adaptability, ornamental aspects, and care required.

Book details

List price: $19.95
Copyright year: 2004
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons, Incorporated
Publication date: 1/20/2004
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 224
Size: 8.00" wide x 10.75" long x 0.75" tall
Weight: 1.738
Language: English



The Right Plant for the Right Purpose


Make Your Yard More Comfortable


Plants Shape Outdoor Space


The Role of Style


Trees in the Landscape


Fast-Growing vs. Permanent


Foundation Plantings


The Right Plant for the Right Place


Soil, Light, and Air


Shady Gardens


Small Spaces


Planting and Care


Planting


After Planting


Caring for Established Trees and Shrubs


Pests and Pest Control


Solving Tree and Shrub Problems


The Art and Science of Pruning


Why Prune?


Pruning Affects Growth


How to Prune


When to Prune


Tools of the Trade


Pruning Safety


Pruning Deciduous Trees


Pruning Deciduous Shrubs


Rejuvenating Shrubs


Pruning Roses


Pruning Hedges


Pruning Vines


Pruning Evergreen Trees and Shrubs


Pruning Evergreen Trees


Pruning Broadleaf Evergreen Shrubs


Pruning Needled Evergreen Shrubs


Tree Selection and Growing Guide


The Right Tree for the Right Effect


Showy Flowers


Showy Fall Foliage


Late-Season Display


Evergreens


Gallery of Trees


Shrub Selection Guide


Shrubs with Showy Leaves


Shrubs with Late-Season Appeal


Shrubs with Year-Round Effect


Gallery of Shrubs


Selecting Woody Vines


How Vines Grow


Vines for Color


Vines for Foliage and Late-Season Color


Gallery of Vines


USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map


Resources


Index


Metric Conversions


Credits