Pruning Basics: Tools * Techniques * Timing
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| Rating | : | 4.38 (782 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0806951133 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 128 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2014-11-04 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
“A must read which uncovers the basics and theories on the mysteries of pruning.”—Flower & Garden. It will help you achieve full bloom, healthy growth and proper shaping for any kind of shrub or small tree.”—Chicago Tribune. “Gives excellent, thorough advice on what to prune when and how to go about it, with clear, easy-to-read diagrams and lots of them
Pruning has always seemed like a chore, but after reading Pruning Basics it actually sounds like fun. Many drawings and full-color photos accompany the instructions. And not just fun, but an accomplishment. Roses, though a scrub, get their own chapter because Squire wants to do away with the myth that roses are difficult to cultivate. How often and much to prune depends on the variety of plant, shrub, or tree. A great guide for any gardener, Pruning Basics will inspire you to keep your garden clean and beautiful. The chapter on topiaries is informative as well as entertaining. Instead of holding your breath and hacking off dead-looking branches, Pruning Basics teaches you how to prune in style by using the right tools and doing it at the right time of year. "There is a certain ro