In order to be a successful gardener you have to know how to prune—whether to improve growth, increase fruiting qualities or to enable the plant to grow in space-restricted areas or cold environments. This practical book provides advice on pruning garden plants, from infancy to maturity. Included is detailed advice on renovating neglected plants, from shrubs and climbers to fruit trees and bushes. There is also a fun element, with instructions for creating topiary in the garden.
Learn how to be a successful gardener with this essential step-by-step guide to pruning your garden plants.
All kinds of garden plants—shrubs, climbers, roses, hedges, and trees—need pruning to improve their shape and condition, and to encourage more flowers and fruits. Whether you are starting with a new garden, maintaining established plants, or trying to re renovate a neglected garden, this book will prove invaluable time and again.
Renovating neglected plants and gardens, including ornamental trees, fruit trees, rose bushes, and more