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RHS Pruning and Training [Hardcover]

Christopher Brickell (Author), David Joyce (Author)

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Hardcover: 336 pages
Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Publishers Ltd; 2Rev Ed edition (24 April 2003)
Language English
ISBN-10: 1405300736
ISBN-13: 978-1405300735
Product Dimensions: 26.6 x 20 x 2.8 cm

Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews (25 customer reviews)

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A practical handbook giving step-by-step explanations to the correct pruning and training of ornamental trees, climbing plants, tree fruits, shrubs and roses. The 800 plants are grouped and listed alphabetically with information of general pruning principles for each group and the growth habits and particular needs of individual plants. Illustrations show you exactly where and how to make pruning cuts to bring the best out of garden plants. Coppicing, topiary, pleaching and pinch pruning are just some of the more unusual pruning and training techniques that feature alongside explained traditional practices. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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Christopher Brickell is Chairman of the International Commission for the Nomenclature of Cultivated Plants. He is editor-in-chief of DK's bestselling RHS 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. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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5.0 out of 5 stars A book for training pruners, 15 May 2007

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This review is from: RHS Pruning & Training (Paperback)

As a novice, I've found thi great for letting me in on secrets that it must take years to learn. How to train a climbing rose, to correct a lopsided tree, to stop shrubs getting out of hand to get the most fruit off trees and bushes. I wouldn't have known where to start without it.

I think it's worth spending the extra on this, the more complete version, as it has tips on specific species and even varieties: redcurrant, wisteria, acid cherry, magnolia etc etc etc

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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent reference book with easy to follow diagrams, 26 Nov 2000

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Everything you need to know about pruning all types of plants. The diagrams are easy to follow and the text is clear, unlike any other book on the subject that I have found.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent - well worth investing in, 3 Feb 2002

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This book is fantastic, I am now purchasing a second copy because my Mother always seems to have mine!
It doesn't matter whether you're a seasoned gardener or a novice; this book is clear, informative, and not at all patronising.
It lists prunig & training techniques for a variety of plants and trees, including some unusual speciemins from much warmer climates than good old blighty.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Good Value
Its well put together with hardback cover and the paper quality is excellent . Nice selection of photographs and diagrams. Read more

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I received exactly what I was looking for in a perfectly new condition. I cannot ask for more. I am absolutely contented with my purchase.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Great book for the serious gardener
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Published 5 months ago by R. Vernon

5.0 out of 5 stars Very comprehensive
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This book is excellent. It is clear and well set out. It is a most useful reference book for any gardener.

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