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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
ON SALE ..........US $24.95 CAN $29.95...... only 2 copies remaining!
TREE PRUNING
BASICS
Alex Shigo. From the deemed "father of modern arboriculture,"
a new visual booklet outlining the basics of tree pruning. Photographs
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 $17.95
PRUNING
MADE EASY - Your Complete Guide to Pruning: The Tools, Techniques and Secrets
M. Lombardi, C. Zanetti.
Sorry, this title has gone
out of print and is no longer available.
P1740 paperback ..........US $17.95 CAN
$21.95
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.
I2710 paperback ..........US $101.95 CAN
$107.95
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), as well as 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 $22.95 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 twenty-seven (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 $46.95
THE PRUNING
OF TREES, SHRUBS AND CONIFERS
George E. Brown. A "classic" reference on the subject
= an essential pruning resource. Its cornerstone is a unique encyclopedia
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.
Sorry, this title is has gone
out of print and will be no longer available.
P3192 hardcover ..........US $29.95 CAN
$39.95
ON
SALE ..........US $22.95 CAN $27.95...... only 1 copy remaining!
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.
Over 300 step-by-step illustrations demonstrate the techniques for pruning
many variety of plants, including trees, shrubs, bushes, hedges, and 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 $23.95
Tree Worker References
GLOSSARY
OF ARBORICULTURAL TERMS (2009 edition)
International Society of Arboriculture (ISA). Learning
arboriculture terminology is an extensive and ongoing process. This
pocket-sized glossary contains approximately 1,000 arboricultural terms
in a convenient, spiral-bound format. Essential for all tree workers,
including commercial, utility, consulting, and municipal arborists.
A valuable resource tool for urban foresters, landscape maintenance specialists,
educators, writers,
government agents, and students. 4-1/2 x 7-1/2, 130p,
2008.
G1530 spiral-bound..........US $14.95 CAN $18.95
TREE WORKER’S
MANUAL
Sharon Lilly, Ohio Agric. Ed.. Discusses or acquaints
the reader to the general operations of the tree care industry. The
manual also serves as a training aid for workers at the entry-level as
tree care professionals. Covers the subjects important to a tree
care worker, including chapters on: the tree care industry; basic tree
anatomy; tree identification; clothing, equipment and tools; climbing and
working in the tree; aerial lifts; pruning; problem identification &
treatment, and; more. 8-1/2 x 11, 143p, b&w illustrations, photos,
1992.
T0014 paperback ..........US $28.95 CAN $34.95
TREE CLIMBERS
GUIDE (3/e)
Sharon Lilly. Written specifically for tree climbers,
this book was written from the perspective of what the climber needs to
know in order to climb and do aerial tree work safely. As well as
a basic text, the book also is used as a study guide for the ISA Certified
Tree Worker Program. Chapters include: Tree Health & Sciences;
Safety; Ropes & Knots; Climbing; Pruning; Rigging; Removal, and; Cabling.
Each chapter includes a list of important terms and concludes with a workbook
section. 8-1/2 x 11, 172p, 200+ color illustrations, 2006.
T6482 paperback ..........US $59.95 CAN $72.95
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 $18.95
Tree Myths
100 TREE
MYTHS
Dr. Alex Shigo. One of the most renowned researchers
of our time discards many myths (“misconceptions, misunderstandings and,
mostly, half truths”) about trees and their care. The booklet describes
the myths then provides the correct information on topics ranging from
tree environment, anatomy, growth, planting, care, pruning, insects, diseases,
wounds and more. 6 x 9, 80p, b&w photos & illustrations, 1993,
1995, 2006.
T3119 paperback ..........US $14.00 CAN $17.95
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