Pruning

How to Propagate: Techniques and Tips for Over 1000 Plants

The Pruning of Trees, Shrubs, and Conifers (648 readers)

Contributed by amazon 14.05 2007 on 08:57:31 Topic: Other / Books Match on Title and Article's text

How, when, and where to prune? The questions that beset every gardener never change, but the solutions do. The Pruning of Trees, Shrubs and Conifers has always recommended the best possible pruning techniques and practices to gardeners. Now thoroughly revised and substantially expanded by Tony Kirkham, George Browns classic work will continue to be trusted and respected as the essential pruning reference for years to come. With more than 50 new photographs illustrating key pruning points, this m ...

The Pruning Book (971 readers)

Contributed by amazon 30.03 2007 on 11:42:17 Topic: Other / Books Match on Title and Article's text

It is unlikely that the basics of pruning have ever before been assembled so thoroughly or comprehensively than in Lee Reichs The Pruning Book . With clear prose and generous diagrams and photographs, he takes the angst out of pruning for the beginning or experienced gardener. Included are all the basics presented in a step-by-step, friendly way to guide the reader through the pruning of ornamental bushes, evergreens, vines, trees, houseplants, and plants of almost every conceivable variety. ...

Fiskars 62 Inch - Pruning Stik (623 readers)

Contributed by amazon 11.08 2007 on 08:33:09 Topic: Garden care / Garden Tools Match on Title and Article's text

The Fiskars pruning stik is a lightweight, multipurpose pruning tool with the ability to trim tree branches up to 12-feet tall without needing a ladder. The pruning stik features Fiskars PowerStroke sliding-grip cutting action that lets you prune by simply sliding the plastic grip (or pulling the orange ball end), which engages a chain and spring that snaps the blades closed. In addition, the cutting head rotates 240 degrees to give the user the best pruning angle. ...

Fiskars 15-Foot - Telescopic Pruning Saw (579 readers)

Contributed by amazon 11.08 2007 on 08:36:52 Topic: Garden care / Garden Tools Match on Title and Article's text

The Fiskars 15-foot telescopic palm saw is an ideal tool for pruning all types of trees. The fully-hardened stainless steel saw blade is 17-1/2-inches long, and has a triple grind design to cut on the pull and push strokes. The blade also has a bark stripper to minimize tree damage before the cut, and a hook to pull down branches after the cut. The saw blade is also replaceable. The sturdy fiberglass pole can extend out to 15-feet, and has a patented Quick-Release pole lock to safely stay in pla ...

The Pruning Specialist (565 readers)

Contributed by amazon 14.05 2007 on 08:54:19 Topic: Other / Books Match on Title and Article's text

The Essential Guide to Caring for Shrubs, Trees, Climbers, Hedges, Conifers, Roses and Fruit Trees (Specialist Series) | Beautifully illustrated and encyclopedic in scope, this is the only guide you’ll ever need to become a pruning expert. It includes a vast wealth of information on trimming all types of plant life, from shrubs, trees, climbers and hedges to conifers, roses and fruit-bearing vegetation. You’ll also benefit from the special sections on working with arches, tunnels and topiary. ...

Niwaki (922 readers)

Contributed by amazon 06.04 2007 on 09:59:06 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's text

Pruning, Training and Shaping Japanese Garden Trees | Over the years, Japanese gardeners have fine-tuned a distinctive set of pruning techniques that coax out the essential characters of their garden trees, or niwaki . In this highly practical book, Western gardeners are encouraged to draw upon the techniques and sculpt their own garden trees to unique effect. ...

Caryopteris x clandonensis 'Longwood Blue' - Blue Spirea (1219 readers)

Contributed by amazon 06.06 2007 on 08:57:17 Topic: Plants / Perennials Match on Article's text

Blue Mist Caryopteris (also commonly called blue spirea or bluebeard) is a low-mounded, deciduous shrub that is valued for its aromatic foliage and late summer flowers which are said to resemble clouds of blue smoke or mist. The plants typically produce about 18-30 inches of growth per year, so total shrub height (usually from 2-3) depends in large part upon the extent of winter dieback and/or the annual spring pruning. Longwood blue is a taller cultivar which may reach a height of 4. It feature ...

Great Flowering Landscape Shrubs (627 readers)

Contributed by amazon 14.05 2007 on 09:30:24 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's text

Their Identification, Ornamental Characteristics, Culture, Propagation and Uses | With stunning color photos throughout, this gardening guide describes more than 50 types of the best flowering shrubs and details their use in home landscaping. Shrubs are arranged by genus, separated into deciduous flowering and notable evergreen shrubs, and listed with the common name; size and shape; foliage color, shape, and texture; flower and fruit (if any); soil, nutrient, and light needs; pruning needs for ...

Caring for Clematis (2) (4476 readers)

Contributed by artsnursery 25.11 2006 on 19:18:44 Topic: Plants / Climber Plants Match on Article's text

Pruning While it is not mandatory to prune Clematis, you will find that your plant is more attractive and will produce more flowers if properly cared for. Pruning also enables you to control the size and growth of the plant and allows you to remove dead or damaged parts. ...

Proper Pruning Techniques (709 readers)

Contributed by Yardiac 28.04 2007 on 10:47:07 Topic: Garden care / Garden Tools Match on Title and Article's text

Pruning is a vital part of plant and tree care. This task can be confusing so we developed the following guide to help you prune properly. Three basic tools suffice for most pruning jobs: shears, loppers, and a pruning saw . Keep them sharp for clean cuts; disinfect after pruning diseased material. ...

Actinidia deliciosa 'Jenny' - kiwi (1987 readers)

Contributed by havlis 08.03 2008 on 10:59:06 Topic: Plants / Climber Plants Match on Article's text

Jenny is another self-fertile variety of kiwi. This means that it does not need a male and a female plant to produce fruit. Apart from tasty fruit it is a nice plant, too, with deep green leaves and scented flowers in June. ...

Easy Pruning (583 readers)

Contributed by amazon 08.07 2007 on 10:25:46 Topic: Other / Books Match on Title

With all the latest horticultural tips and techniques to guarantee success, this series is designed to meet the requirements of todays small garden owners who want to enjoy gardening while making the most of their time and effort. ...

Roses for Dummies (2756 readers)

Contributed by amazon 06.09 2006 on 21:43:07 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's text

American Beauty,Dublin Bay,Rocketeer,Betty Boop,High Noon,Pearly Gates with a distinctive name for each of hundreds of varieties, the array of roses that could adorn your garden is both dazzling and daunting. So which ones survive hardily on their own for weeks on end, and which ones wither and die without constant attention? How do you tell a climber from a shrub, and how does each thrive? And dont even start with pruning! ...

Clematis (666 readers)

Contributed by amazon 18.05 2007 on 21:51:14 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's text

Little Plant Library Series | From the elegant species to the boldest, large-flowering hybrids, there are clematis to suit every style of garden. This growers guide contains the secrets of choosing, growing, cultivating, propagating, pruning, and controlling pests and diseases in an easy-to-use, step-by-step format. ...

Choosing and Using Climbing Plants (714 readers)

Contributed by amazon 02.04 2008 on 14:46:58 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's text

Climbers are some of the most versatile plants, but are often overlooked. This book shows gardeners easy ways to use climbers to enhance color schemes, hide walls or fences, and accent entryways. It covers the basics of pruning and propagation and discusses edible and flowering varieties. 80 color photographs are included. ...

Shrub Roses and Climbing Roses (478 readers)

Contributed by amazon 15.10 2007 on 21:08:53 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's text

Describes approx. 560 roses in detail and contains over 160 magnificent colour photographs. It provides cultivation and pruning advice for each main grouping of roses. The book was written by a rose breeder and commercial grower of vast experience and is available in a handy pocket- sized format. ...

Success with Clematis (2290 readers)

Contributed by amazon 25.11 2006 on 18:55:44 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's text

Clematis rates among the most beautiful of climbing vines, but in the past its popularity suffered because it was considered hard to grow. Not any more. ...

Brya ebenus - Jamaica Rain Tree (921 readers)

Contributed by amazon 02.10 2007 on 09:03:57 Topic: Plants / Deciduous Trees Match on Article's text

This is a tough, spiny tree with an erupting growth habit. New branches burst straight up as if ejected by a volcano, cascading onto the countryside below as they become longer and heavier. Mature height is 30 feet, but its easy to keep under 15 with annual pruning. Flowers in times of high humidity, which means for a good part of the year here in South Florida. Yellow-orange flowers along the branches on and off all year - especially after a rain. Stunning! Makes an excellent landscape, patio o ...

Roses (3171 readers)

Contributed by amazon 13.09 2006 on 12:24:39 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's text

Which roses grow best in a small garden? What companion plants complement a rose border? How do you modernize a rose garden? All these and more are answered in the new edition of Sunsets Roses. Everything for the novice or experienced rose devotee is here-the latest advice on shopping for roses, growing techniques, planning a rose garden, maintaining healthy roses, regional tips, and yes, detailed pruning instructions (no more ouch.) ...

A Gardener's Guide to Florida's Native Plants (1826 readers)

Contributed by amazon 28.03 2007 on 21:09:22 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's text

Abundantly illustrated in full color, this guide provides detailed descriptions and methods of cultivation for 350 of Floridas most attractive and easily grown native plants, including ferns, wildflowers, shrubs, trees, vines, aquatics, and epiphytes (air plants). ...