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A practical reference for experienced and novice tree owners alike.
If you are fortunate enough to live on property that includes trees, The Tree Doctor is the ideal, fully-illustrated manual for care and maintenance. A sapling requires different care than does a young tree or a mature tree. Trees growing in an urban environment face unique challenges that demand an appropriate approach.
Tree owners will refer to this comprehensive reference many times throughout their tree's life. The topics include:
Tree characteristics and the benefits of trees
Tree species identification
How to "read" a tree's condition by its leaves and bark
How trees are sold and how to choose a healthy one
Hardiness rating, soil analysis, and what trees need from the soil
Planning and design, tree selection and placement
Planting, after-care, maintenance, and pruning
Management of young and mature trees
Disease prevention
Treatment for insect infestation
How to get the most value out of your trees.
The Tree Doctor provides invaluable guidance to those new to tree ownership with advice on the right species for every space, whether to choose a shade or flowering tree, what to look for in choosing a tree, and how to hire qualified experts if you need to. The resources section helps readers to locate experts across the country.
The authors also explain how climate change and recently emerging pests and diseases -- including the Emerald Ash Borer -- are affecting trees and they provide steps to mitigate these threats to tree life and health. Urban dwellers will appreciate the attention given to planting and caring for trees in a city setting, how to water and maintain city trees, and what trees are more ideally suited for planting in densely populated areas.
Offers a survey of all aspects of planting, caring, feeding and cutting.
Okanagan Saturday - Rachael Fleming
This book is a good resource for both the urban gardener and the tree-growing novice... With extra thought and planning, this book helps the tree purchaser make decisions that should enable them to "maintain a healthy tree" and grow something beautiful in the space and location they have available... I would recommend this book on tree care to all local gardeners.
Washington Gardener - Jamie Moore
The book is well-organized, includes many color illustrations, and is easy to read... A great housewarming gift for someone moving into their first home.
Texas Gardener's Seeds - William Scheick
Provides illustrated guidance on arboreal selection and placement. Even better, it advises smartly about tree care, from pruning to diagnosing problems.
American Gardener Magazine - Stephanie George
The book is an invaluable resource for anyone from homeowners with trees on their property to landscape professionals. Urbanites will appreciate the particular attention given to planting and caring for trees in a city setting.
American Reference Books Annual, Volume 35 - James Flynn Jr.
[Review of earlier edition:] This work is a neat book, prepared by a professional arborist, in a refreshing and easy-to-understand style... well written and a valuable reference for the home gardener.
Booklist - Carol Haggas
[Review of earlier edition:] Enlightened advice... essential points are meticulously illustrated through well-defined photographs, detailed diagrams, and straightforward text.
Boston Herald - Rosemary Herbert
[Review of earlier edition:] Packed with tips for preventative care and maintenance, as well as solutions to tree problems.
Chicago Tribune - Marh Beth Breckenridge
[Review of earlier edition:] Helping homeowners protect their investments... topics... include choosing a tree and a site, planting properly, caring for the tree, pruning and diagnosing problems.
Country Almanac - Jim Carlson
[Review of earlier edition:] Homeowners with trees on their property will do well to read this informative book... The photos and illustrations are specific, informative, making how-to sections easy to follow.
Current Books on Gardening and Botany [Chicago Bot - Marilyn K. Alaimo
[Review of earlier edition:] Excellent illustrations and full color photographs make the text easy to understand... Highly recommended for its practical information, this book should be on the shelves of all gardeners, land developers, and civic officials concerned with the care of trees.
E-Streams - Sue Norman
[Review of earlier edition:] A fount of information for the novice, and even for the more experienced... the illustrations are breathtaking and educational... This book continues the tradition of excellence for all Firefly Books. This book is highly recommended.
Floral and Nursery Times
[Review of earlier edition:] The definitive reference on trees... abounds with all sorts of great tips.
Hamilton Spectator - Robert Howard
[Review of earlier edition:] An excellent, readable, superbly illustrated guide.
HortIdeas
[Review of earlier edition:] Combining the reader-friendliness of [popular media articles] with (at least some of) the depth and authority of [textbooks on arboriculture]... This is an excellent information source.
Los Angeles Daily News - Valerie Kuklenski
[Review of earlier edition:] Brimming with useful information.
Newsletter National Garden Clubs - Joanne S. Carpender
[Review of earlier edition:] It demonstrates that it is important to research thoroughly when choosing trees to shade our homes.
Scripps Howard News Service
[Review of earlier edition:] Great... a basic reference book for taking care of those trees... a must for anyone who has -- and appreciates -- trees.
The American Gardener
[Review of earlier edition:] If you need some maintenance advice for your trees, [this book] is a good place to start.
Washington Post - Adrian Higgins
[Review of earlier edition:] Nicely illustrated and accessible... addresses the fundamental do's and don'ts. The simple act of planting a tree is fraught with potential mistakes.