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Pruning Tips and Techniques
 THE PRUNING OF
TREES, SHRUBS AND CONIFERS (2/e, revised and
expanded)
George E. Brown, Tony Kirkham. How, when, and
where to prune? The Pruning of Trees, Shrubs
and Conifers recommends the best pruning
techniques and practices. This unique
encyclopedic treatment details the best pruning
methods for 450+ genera of trees, shrubs, conifers,
and woody climbers. The A–Z format covers
several thousand species, yet remains a manageable and
practical reference. Kirkham clearly explains
the reasons behind pruning techniques as well as how
to apply them. “Quite simply, the book
on pruning...” - Gardening Newsletter. 7 x 9,
340p, 48 color photos, 5 b&w photos, 55 line
drawings, 3 tables, 2004, 2009.
P0026 paperback..........US $24.95 CAN
$33.95
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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 $19.95
AN ILLUSTRATED GUIDE TO PRUNING (3/e)
Edward Gilman. Filled with updated
color illustrations, photos, and examples, this guide
is designed to help readers understand and implement
the appropriate pruning practices that are vital to
developing sustainable structure in the first 25 years
of a tree's life. Features: coverage of topics
like tree biology, structural pruning, and nursery
pruning; numerous species examples of all pruning
methods; detailed protocol for pruning different aged
trees; a focus on preventive tree care, and;
information about the challenges associated with
pruning, like disease prevention, root pruning, mature
tree pruning, and restoration following storms.
Completely revised and expanded edition presents
pruning practices and techniques in accordance with
ANSI A-300 standards. "…An essential reference
for anyone interested in the pruning and maintenance
of trees." 8-1/2 x 10-3/4, 476p, color photos, color +
b&w illustrations, tables, 2011. Companion
to Trees for Urban & Suburban Landscapes,
T0539.
I730X paperback..........US
$164.95 CAN $160.95
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
$24.95 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 $52.95
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
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KNOTS AT WORK: A Field Guide
for the Modern Arborist
Jeff Jepson. Features a “knot directory” to
over fifty (50) arborist knots, from the Anchor
Hitch to the Double fisherman’s loop and the
Figure-8 on a bight. Devotes equal attention
to both aspects of knot knowledge – construction
(tying the knots) and application (using the
knots). Easy-to-use format combines an
abundance of illustrations and concise text.
A valuable field reference. 4-1/2 x 8, 184p,
b&w illustrations, 2013, 2014.
K7913 paperback..........US $16.95 CAN
$22.95
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
$29.95 CAN $38.95
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
$64.95 CAN $79.95
TREE CLIMBER’S COMPANION: A Compact Field
Reference and Training Manual for Tree Climbers
(2/e)
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 $20.00
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
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