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Contributed by amazon 14.05. 2007 08:57:31 Topic: Other / Books Match on Title and Article's textHow, 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 ...
Contributed by amazon 11.08. 2007 08:33:09 Topic: Garden care / Garden Tools Match on Title and Article's textThe 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. ...
Contributed by amazon 30.03. 2007 11:42:17 Topic: Other / Books Match on Title and Article's textIt 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. ...
Contributed by amazon 11.08. 2007 08:36:52 Topic: Garden care / Garden Tools Match on Title and Article's textThe 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 ...
Contributed by amazon 14.05. 2007 08:54:19 Topic: Other / Books Match on Title and Article's textThe 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. ...
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Contributed by amazon 06.04. 2007 09:59:06 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's textPruning, 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. ...
Contributed by amazon 06.06. 2007 08:57:17 Topic: Plants / Perennials Match on Article's textBlue 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 ...
Contributed by amazon 14.05. 2007 09:30:24 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's textTheir 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 ...
Contributed by amazon 08.07. 2007 10:25:46 Topic: Other / Books Match on TitleWith 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. ...
Contributed by Yardiac 28.04. 2007 10:47:07 Topic: Garden care / Garden Tools Match on Title and Article's textPruning 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. ...
Contributed by havlis 08.03. 2008 10:59:06 Topic: Plants / Climber Plants Match on Article's textJenny 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. ...
Contributed by amazon 18.05. 2007 21:51:14 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's textLittle 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. ...
Contributed by amazon 15.10. 2007 21:08:53 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's textDescribes 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. ...
Contributed by amazon 02.04. 2008 14:46:58 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's textClimbers 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. ...
Contributed by artsnursery 25.11. 2006 19:18:44 Topic: Plants / Climber Plants Match on Article's textPruning 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. ...
Contributed by havlis 17.03. 2008 10:35:24 Topic: Plants / Evergreen Shrubs Match on Article's textLittle Heath is a dwarf variety of pieris. It is a neat little shrub with short, elongated, pointed leaves of mid green colour with white margins. New leaves emerge orange to copper red. It grows very slowly and forms a compact shrub without pruning. It likes moist, slightly acidic soil. Once established it withstands temporary summer droughts. ...
Contributed by havlis 08.03. 2008 10:54:27 Topic: Plants / Fruit woods Match on Article's textReine Claude Dorée is a French variety of sweet plum with large, round fruit of green to greeny-yellow fruit of delicious, sweet and juicy taste. It ripens at the end of August. ...
Contributed by amazon 14.08. 2007 08:22:33 Topic: Garden care / Garden Tools Match on TitleThis pruner will tackle everything within 13 feet. Pruner features a 240 degree tilting cutting head with a cutting capacity of 1 1/4. Dual activated cutting and aluminum/fiberglass construction, insures sharpness and inhibits rusting. No rope PowerStrok ...
Contributed by amazon 28.03. 2007 21:09:22 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's textAbundantly 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). ...
Contributed by amazon 02.10. 2007 09:03:57 Topic: Plants / Deciduous Trees Match on Article's textThis 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 ...
Contributed by havlis 12.03. 2008 10:42:47 Topic: Plants / Conifers Match on Article's textAnother lovely piece for miniature lovers is this dwarf spruce. It grows slowly, compact and dense to it mature height of 3m only after a few decades. ...
Contributed by havlis 02.04. 2008 14:33:07 Topic: Plants / Fruit woods Match on Article's textStarking is an apple variety with red-flushed or pure red skin. The fruit is sweet and aromatic. It ripens in October and matures stored in December. It can be stored by March. Pruning is needed for good cropping and if you wish to keep the tree compact. ...
Contributed by havlis 21.11. 2007 11:57:07 Topic: Plants / Conifers Match on Article's textLustrous dark green needles and red fruits make this yew a very attractive shrub, although quite common in moderate climate. “Hicksii” is a successful cross between the Irish yew tree and the regular yew tree. As a female plant, it produces red berries which are poisonous just like the whole plant. It responds very well to pruning if you want to maintain a certain shape. But even without it this evergreen can keep quite a compact, dense habit. It can grow in any type of soil, in sun or shade. ...
Contributed by amazon 25.11. 2007 11:51:26 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's textCollins New Naturalist | How does a garden differ from other habitats, both natural and semi-natural? Is it true that the modern home garden is largely a collection of hybrids between exotic species? These and other questions are answered in this guide to plant fertilizing, watering, pest and disease control, pesticide usage, greenhouses, lawn mowing, digging, pruning, hedge clipping, protecting plants from wildlife and traps. It also points out the role of the gardener as a conservator and how ...
Contributed by amazon 06.09. 2006 21:43:07 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's textAmerican 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! ...
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