Collins Practical Gardener - Trees and Shrubs: The essential and definitive guide

The bulk of this practical guide comprises a comprehensive directory of the most common trees and shrubs available. Entries include: background information on general characteristics, planting and care; a visual chart listing the most popular varieties and cultivars, with instantly-accessed information on blossom colour, height, spread, hardiness, moisture and sunlight requirements; seasonal guides indicating when the plant is in blossom and fruit; a table of plant care with concise advice on soil, site, general care, pruning and pests and diseases; and expert tip boxes. The book opens with a practical guide to essential gardening techniques, which covers: assessing your plot for soil quality, drainage, sun and shade; where to buy and how to tell if the plant is healthy; planting with rootballs, exposed roots and plants in containers; creative ideas for planting combinations; caring for shrubs throughout the year; when and how to prune; and increasing your stock with propagation techniques.The book closes with a section on plant problems, comprising a trouble-shooting flow chart to help identify the problem and a directory of all the pests and diseases you are likely to do battle with.

Title - Collins Practical Gardener - Trees and Shrubs: The essential and definitive guide

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Author - Keith D. Rushforth

ISBN 13 - 9780007146543

Imprint - Collins

Publisher - HarperCollins Publishers

Date Published - 03/03/2003

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Binding Type - Paperback

Dimensions - 189 x 246 x mm

Weight - 519 g

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