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Pruning Tips and Techniques
 THE PRUNING
OF TREES, SHRUBS AND CONIFERS (2nd ed., revised)
George Brown, Tony Kirkham. Brown’s classic work
revised and enlarged. Describes the best techniques and practices
on “how, when, and where to prune?” Details the best pruning methods
for 450+ genera of trees, shrubs, conifers and woody climbers. Covers
several 1,000’s of species. An essential, respected pruning reference
for years to come. 7 x 9, 340p, 48 color + 5 b&w photos, line drawings,
2004.
P6132 hardcover ...........US $29.95 CAN $39.95
TREE PRUNING
BASICS
Alex Shigo. From the deemed "father of modern arboriculture,"
a new visual booklet outlining the basics of tree pruning. Photos
and illustrations - with captions - introduce and illustrate the "do's
and don't's" of pruning techniques and methods. 8-1/2 x 11, 34p, color
photos, b&w illustrations, 2004.
T1400 paperback ..........US $14.00 CAN $19.95
PRUNING
MADE EASY - Your Complete Guide to Pruning: The Tools, Techniques and Secrets
M. Lombardi, C. Zanetti. Details how plants grow,
bear fruit and flowers, become active and lie dormant. Features an
extensive plant list - plant by plant - of trees, shrubs, and climbers.
Includes advice on training, improving shape, and maintaining and regenerating
a plant. Sections cover roots, foliage, trunks, branches, shapes,
and forms. Combines concise text with bountiful pictures. 7-3/4 x
10-1/4,160p, all in color, 2002.
P1740 paperback ..........US $17.95 CAN $27.95
AN ILLUSTRATED
GUIDE TO PRUNING (2nd ed.)
Edward F. Gilman. Thoroughly-revised edition details
the appropriate training and pruning practices vital to developing sustainable
structure in the first 25 years of a tree’s life. A wide range of new information
including tree biology, structural pruning, and nursery production pruning,
providing the latest tips and techniques available. Easy-to-use text,
that provides universal as well as species-specific techniques. Adds
new illustrations, updated terminology, a focus on preventive tree care,
detailed protocol for pruning different aged trees, and more. 8-1/2 x 11,
330p, b&w illustrations, 2002. Companion to Trees for Urban & Suburban
Landscapes T0539 (page 3).
I2710 paperback ..........US $54.95 CAN
$70.95
THE COMPLETE
BOOK OF PRUNING
Sorry this title has gone out
of print and is not longer available.
C1430 paperback ..........US $19.95 CAN
$29.95
PRUNING
AND TRAINING PLANTS: A Complete Guide
David Joyce. Provides an easy-to-follow agenda
of precisely what to do, when, and how. Extensive treatment to deciduous
trees, evergreen trees and shrubs, hedging plants, topiary, climbers, roses
of all kinds, tree fruits, soft fruits and vines. Contains practical
advice, techniques (new and old), plus a detailed visual reference of what
a plant should look like before, during, and after pruning. 8 x 11, 224p,
color photos, 300+ step-by-step, two-color diagrams, 2001.
P5347 paperback ..........US $19.95 CAN $24.95
TREE PRUNING:
A Worldwide Photo Guide
Dr. Alex Shigo. An informative photoguide discusses
pruning for both attractiveness and health. The first and only book that
takes you inside to show you how branches come on a tree. Once you
know this, proper pruning becomes easy. A conversational style, plus
step-by-step illustrations, makes it easy to understand. A 40-page
appendix provides more detail on 27 pruning subjects. 6-1/4 x 9-1/4, 192p,
126 color + 24 b&w photos, diagrams, 1989.
T3089A paperback ..........US $39.00 CAN $55.95
THE PRUNING
OF TREES, SHRUBS AND CONIFERS
George E. Brown. Essential reference, detailing
the best pruning methods for nearly 450 genera of trees, shrubs, conifers,
and woody climbers. Covers several thousand species. Sets out
general principles of pruning then applies them to trees and shrubs in
particular situations. 6 x 9-1/4, 374p, 86 b&w photos, 72 line drawings,
1972, reprint 1995.
P3192 hardcover ..........US $29.95 CAN $39.95
ON
SALE ..........US $24.00 CAN $30.00 (limited quantity)
PRUNING
MADE EASY: A Gardener’s Visual Guide to When and How to Prune Everything,
From Flowers to Trees
Lewis Hill. From the renowned nurseryman and author,
a thoroughly revised edition of his highly acclaimed book, Pruning Simplified
(below). Over 300 step-by-step illustrations demonstrate the techniques
for
pruning many variety of plants, including trees, shrubs, bushes, hedges,
& vines. Discusses when, how and why various plants should be
pruned, artistic pruning techniques, and how to prune safely. 8-1/2 x 11,
224p, 300+ illustrations, charts, tables, 1997.
P0064 paperback ..........US $19.95 CAN $31.95
PRUNING
SIMPLIFIED (Updated ed.)
This title has gone out of print
and is no longer available.
P4174 paperback ..........US $16.95 CAN
$25.95
Tree Worker References
TREE WORKER’S
MANUAL
Sharon Lilly, Ohio Agric. Ed.. Acquaints readers
with the general operation of the tree care industry. Training aid
for entry-level tree workers covers equipment, techniques, tree anatomy,
pruning, climbing, identification & treatment of problems, and more.
8-1/2 x 11, 143p, b&w illustrations, photos, 1992.
T0014 paperback ..........US $26.95 CAN $37.95
TREE CLIMBERS
GUIDE (revised ed.)
Sharon Lilly. A reference manual for tree climbers
or study guide for the ISA Certified Tree Worker Program. Chapters
include important terms, a workbook section, and sample test questions.
Expanded ‘climbing’ chapter for what the climber needs to know to climb
and do aerial tree work safely. Other chapters include; tree health
and science, safety, pruning, rigging, removal, & cabling. 8-1/2 x
11, 150p, 170+ b&w illustrations, 1998.
T6083 paperback ..........US $45.00 CAN $67.95
TREE CLIMBER’S
COMPANION: A Compact Field Reference and Training Manual for Tree Climbers
(2nd ed.)
Jeff Jepson. An excellent compact field reference
for tree climbers. Includes revised climbing system (P.R.E.P.), tools
of the trade, “tying-in” procedure, climbing with climbing spurs, ascending
and descending techniques, and the latest in knots (including the Marchard
Tresse) and safety standards. 5-1/2 x 8-1/2, 104p, 200+ b&w illustrations,
2000.
TCC2 paperback ..........US $15.00 CAN $21.00
Tree Myths
100 TREE
MYTHS
Sorry, this title is has gone
out of print and is no longer available.
T3119 paperback
US $13.00 CAN $18.95
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