Pruning Simplified

by Stephen Bradley

Are you intimidated by pruning? Or tired of paying a professional to tackle the task? You can prune most trees and shrubs on your own, and Pruning Simplified shows you exactly how to do it. This must-have guide offers expert advice on the best tools for the job, specific details on when to prune, and clear instructions on how to prune. Profiles of the 50 most popular trees and shrubs—including azaleas, camellias, clematis, hydrangeas, and more—include illustrated, easy-to-follow instructions that will ensure you make the right cut the first time.

New gardeners and green thumbs alike can prune with confidence, using this detailed guide to the most popular plants in home gardens. Learn the best tools for each job, discover the ideal time to prune, and follow step by step advice that will help your plants thrive.

About the Author

Steven Bradley spent over 20 years teaching horticulture at colleges around England and is now a freelance garden writer and broadcaster. He studied horticulture at Writtle, Cannington, and Pershore Colleges, achieving the RHS Master of Horticulture diploma. For more information, visit him at sungardening.co.uk.

Author: Steven Bradley
Publisher:  Timber Press
Copyright © 2019
ISBN: 9781604698886
Paperback: 192 pages
Dimensions: 8" x 10"