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Pruning (Smart Guide)

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Smart Guide: Pruning provides information and instruction on the proper methods and techniques for pruning shrubs, roses, trees, hedges, and other perennial plants. The book tells home gardeners why pruning is important and how it can be used to maintain, train, and in some cases, revive damaged plants. Homeowners learn proper tool selection as well as techniques for pruning for specific purposes, such as maintenance and pruning to achieve a specific plant shape. An extensive gallery shows pruning recommendations for specific plants, including when to prune, techniques for shaping, general maintenance and bringing a neglected plant back to full vigor.

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Smart Guide: Pruning provides information and instruction on the proper methods and techniques for pruning shrubs, roses, trees, hedges, and other perennial plants. Homeowners learn proper techniques for pruning for maintenance purposes and how pruning can help restore a damaged plant. An extensive gallery shows pruning recommendations for specific plants.

Synopsis:

This SmartGuide® shows you how to achieve thriving trees, shrubs, and hedges.

• Guides to pruning hundreds of plants

• Over 350 color photographs and illustrations

• Clear, concise step-by-step pruning instructions

• Tips that save time, effort, and money

• Essential information to help you restore and maintain your plants

Synopsis:

Smart Guide: Pruning provides information and instruction on the proper methods and techniques for pruning shrubs, roses, trees, hedges, and other perennial plants. The book tells home gardeners why pruning is important and how it can be used to maintain, train, and in some cases, revive damaged plants. Homeowners learn proper tool selection as well as techniques for pruning for specific purposes, such as maintenance and pruning to achieve a specific plant shape. An extensive gallery shows pruning recommendations for specific plants, including when to prune, techniques for shaping, general maintenance and bringing a neglected plant back to full vigor.
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Table of Contents

Introduction
 
Chapter 1: About Pruning
Pruning Basics
Pruning Tools
Pruning Techniques
When to Prune
 
Chapter 2: Pruning Perennials & Shrubs
Pruning Shrubs
Inherited Shrubs
Favorite Perennials & Shrubs
 
Chapter 3: Pruning Roses
Pruning Roses
Pruning by Type and Habit
 
Chapter 4: Pruning Hedges
Pruning Hedges
Favorite Hedges
 
Chapter 5: Pruning Trees
Pruning Trees
Favorite Trees
 
Chapter 6: Pruning Fruiting Plants
Pruning Fruiting Plants
Espaliered Fruit Trees
Favorite Fruiting Trees
Favorite Fruiting Shrubs
Favorite Fruiting Vines
 
Zone Maps
Glossary
Index
Photo Credits

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Product Details

ISBN:
9781580114448
Author:
Donegan, Fran J
Publisher:
Creative Homeowner
Manufactured by:
Creative Homeowner Press
Manufactured:
Creative Homeowner Press
Author:
Creative Homeowner Press
Author:
Creative Homeowner
Author:
How-To
Author:
Editors of Creative Homeowner
Subject:
Techniques
Subject:
Reference
Subject:
Gardening : General
Copyright:
2009
Edition Description:
First
Series:
Smart Guide
Publication Date:
20090231
Binding:
TRADE PAPER
Grade Level:
from 5
Language:
English
Illustrations:
Y
Pages:
112
Dimensions:
10.76x8.46x.19 in. .84 lbs.
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"Synopsis" by ,
Smart Guide: Pruning provides information and instruction on the proper methods and techniques for pruning shrubs, roses, trees, hedges, and other perennial plants. Homeowners learn proper techniques for pruning for maintenance purposes and how pruning can help restore a damaged plant. An extensive gallery shows pruning recommendations for specific plants.
"Synopsis" by ,

This SmartGuide® shows you how to achieve thriving trees, shrubs, and hedges.

• Guides to pruning hundreds of plants

• Over 350 color photographs and illustrations

• Clear, concise step-by-step pruning instructions

• Tips that save time, effort, and money

• Essential information to help you restore and maintain your plants
"Synopsis" by ,
Smart Guide: Pruning provides information and instruction on the proper methods and techniques for pruning shrubs, roses, trees, hedges, and other perennial plants. The book tells home gardeners why pruning is important and how it can be used to maintain, train, and in some cases, revive damaged plants. Homeowners learn proper tool selection as well as techniques for pruning for specific purposes, such as maintenance and pruning to achieve a specific plant shape. An extensive gallery shows pruning recommendations for specific plants, including when to prune, techniques for shaping, general maintenance and bringing a neglected plant back to full vigor.
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