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Pruning Tips and Techniques
 THE PRUNING
OF TREES, SHRUBS AND CONIFERS (2/e, revised)
George E. Brown, Tony Kirkham. Brown’s "classic"
pruning reference revised and enlarged. The cornerstone of Brown's
work is a unique encyclopedia detailing the best pruning methods for nearly
450 genera of trees, shrubs, conifers, and woody climbers. Describes the
best techniques and practices of “how, when, and where to prune?”
Covers several 1,000’s of species. An essential, respected pruning
reference for years to come for both the professional and amateur alike.
7 x 9, 340p, 48 color + 5 b&w photos, line drawings, 2004.
P6132 hardcover ...........US $29.95 CAN
$39.95
ON SALE ..........US $26.95 CAN $29.95...... only 1 copy 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
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 $112.95 CAN $112.95
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 $46.95
THE PRUNING
OF TREES, SHRUBS AND CONIFERS
Sorry, this title is has gone
out of print and is no longer available.
P3192 hardcover ..........US $29.95 CAN
$39.95
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 $22.95
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 $16.95
ON SALE ..........US $12.95 CAN $14.95...... limited quantity available!
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 $16.95
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