The Complete Handbook of Pruning
Published on 25. August 1988
Book
Paperback/Softback
168 pages
978-0-7063-6706-5 (ISBN)
Description
Takes into account evidence on the effect of modern rootstocks on the eventual size of trees and there is new information on dwarfing rootstocks in fruit trees and on the subject of sealing applications. Also describes when and how pruning should be done, covering all types of plants.
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Edition
Revised edition
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Octopus Publishing Group
Edition type
Revised edition
Illustrations
17 colour illustrations, 14 b&w illustrations, 90 line drawings, glossary, index
Dimensions
Height: 246 mm
Width: 189 mm
Weight
300 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-7063-6706-5 (9780706367065)
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Content
Part 1 The pruning of ornamental plants: training by pruning; pruning of established trees and shrubs; climbers and wall shrubs; roses; tools and equipment; pruning control of pests and diseases. Part 2 The pruning of fruit trees and bushes: apples and pears; plums and cherries; peaches; vines; currants and berries. Part 3 The pruning of hedges and greenhouse plants: hedges; the craft of topiary; old trees; pruning of greenhouse plants. Part 4 Legal aspects of pruning: the law on pruning.