RHS Pruning and Training

RHS Pruning and Training

by David Joyce (Author), Christopher Brickell (Author), Christopher Brickell (Author), David Joyce (Author)

Synopsis

Help your plants to grow to their full glory with this practical guide. The book contains detailed A-Z information on general pruning principles, growth habits and particular needs of plants, trees and flowers - coppicing, topiary, pleaching and pinch pruning are some of the more unusual pruning and training techniques that feature alongside more traditional practices.

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More Information

Format: Hardcover
Pages: 336
Edition: 01
Publisher: DK
Published: 24 Apr 2003

ISBN 10: 1405300736
ISBN 13: 9781405300735

Media Reviews
To prune or not to prune? When to prune? Why prune at all? Just some of the questions this seemingly complex subject raises. But a basic understanding of the reasons behind the methods will reveal an underlying logic: to encourage flowering, fruit, improve the shape or make bushier. The expertise of the Royal Horticultural Society is beyond doubt. On the brink of celebrating its centenary, the Society has promoted horticultural excellence and training since its inception. Written by experts in layman's terms, this is both a visual and written guide to the topic of pruning and training. Lavishly illustrated and clearly captioned, all aspects are covered for every type of plant: trees, shrubs, climbers, fruit trees and roses, from initial pruning at planting to established trees needing shaping or rejuvenation. This is THE definitive guide and a must for every gardener. - Lucy Watson
Author Bio
Christopher Brickell is Chairman of the International Commission for the Nomenclature of Cultivated Plants. He is editor-in-chief of DK's RHS Gardeners' Encyclopedia of Plants and Flowers and The RHS Encyclopedia of Gardening. In 1991 he was awarded the CBE for his services to horticulture. Christopher lives in West Sussex. David Joyce is the celebrated author of many specialized books on horticultural techniques and was General Editor of The Chelsea Year.