The newest entry in what The New York Times Book Review calls
"A brilliant collection of gardening books."
From the renowned Brooklyn Botanic Garden--visited by more than 750,000 people each year--comes this spectacularly photographed pruning guide for every growing region. Its concise and exquisitely illustrated format; practical, hands-on advice; detailed instructions on how to prune the most difficult plants; and information on the right timing for pruning ornamental trees, shrubs and vines make this manual a must-have for any gardener.
The top experts in the field reveal insider details on the why and when of pruning; the "kindest cuts": where and how to snip; the tools to do the work properly; and the different techniques to use for particular plants. Find out how to trim deciduous shrubs and trees; conifers; and vines, climbers, and other ascending varieties; and roses. Plus, there's a section devoted to "special cases."
It's a gold mine of practical and inspirational information, and a great value too.
| The Why and When of Pruning | 6 | |
| The Kindest Cuts: Where and How to Prune | 18 | |
| Shrubs: Pruning the Workhorses of the Garden | 28 | |
| Deciduous Trees: Pruning the Garden's Monuments | 40 | |
| Conifers: Pruning Coniferous Trees and Shrubs | 54 | |
| Vines and Climbers: Pruning Plants That Ascend | 66 | |
| Roses: Pruning the Sweetest Flower | 76 | |
| Special Cases: Pruning for Particular Purposes | 88 | |
| Outfitting the Pruner: Tools and Equipment | 100 | |
| For More Information | 110 | |
| Organizations and Suppliers | 111 | |
| Contributors | 113 | |
| Index | 114 |
Overview
The newest entry in what The New York Times Book Review calls
"A brilliant collection of gardening books."
From the renowned Brooklyn Botanic Garden--visited by more than 750,000 people each year--comes this spectacularly photographed pruning guide for every growing region. Its concise and exquisitely illustrated format; practical, hands-on...