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The Tree Doctor: A Guide to Tree Care and Maintenance [Paperback]

Daniel Prendergast (Author), Erin Prendergast (Author)
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September 6, 2003

A practical guide for growing healthy trees.

As the most dominant and permanent feature in any garden, trees establish a landscape's character more than any other plant. A well-chosen tree in the right location adds color, form, and dimension.

Moreover, trees can filter the air of pollutants, muffle noise, screen the sun, calm the wind, attract birds, reduce soil erosion, raise the water table, and increase property values. Knowing which varieties to grow and how to maintain them is a must for anyone who owns trees or is considering planting one.

The Tree Doctor is a comprehensive manual for tree selection, care, and maintenance. The authors cover the options to consider before buying and what to look for when making your selection.

Other topics include: tree placement; choosing a healthy tree from a nursery; proven urban varieties; detailed planting, pruning, and watering instructions; protecting trees from pests, disease, and weather; diagnosing problems; identifying hazardous trees; and how to hire qualified experts when needed.

The Tree Doctor is an easy-to-understand guide for growing healthy trees that will benefit generations to come.

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As a major gardening investment, few things rival the purchase and planting of a tree, for few plants have as great a potential to outlive their planter and become part of a landscape's posterity. Selection accomplished, gardeners must master tree maintenance, and can do so with the help of practical advice from the Prendergasts on how best to care for young and mature trees. From planting and pruning to predator protection and problem prevention, essential points are meticulously illustrated through well-defined photographs, detailed diagrams, and straightforward text. Carol Haggas
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If you need some maintenance advice for your trees, [this book] is a good place to start. (The American Gardener 200401)

A neat book... in a refreshing and easy-to-understand style... well written and a valuable reference. (James Flynn Jr. American Reference Books Annual, Volume 35 2004)

The definitive reference on trees... abounds with all sorts of great tips. (Floral and Nursery Times 20030813)

Nicely illustrated and accessible... addresses the fundamental[s]... The simple act of planting a tree is fraught with potential mistakes. (Adrian Higgins Washington Post 20031211)

Enlightened advice... essential points are meticulously illustrated through well-defined photographs, detailed diagrams, and straightforward text. (Carol Haggas Booklist 20031001)

An excellent, readable, superbly illustrated guide. (Robert Howard Hamilton Spectator 200310)

It demonstrates that it is important to research thoroughly when choosing trees to shade our homes. (Joanne S. Carpender Newsletter National Garden Clubs 20031022)

Brimming with useful information. (Valerie Kuklenski Los Angeles Daily News 20031226)

Reader-friendliness... [as well as] authority... This is an excellent information source. (HortIdeas 20031221)

A fount of information... the illustrations are breathtaking and educational... This book is highly recommended. (Sue Norman E-Streams 200509)

Great... a basic reference book... a must for anyone who has -- and appreciates -- trees. (Scripps Howard News Service )

Helping homeowners protect their investments... choosing a tree and a site, planting properly, caring for the tree, pruning... (Marh Beth Breckenridge Chicago Tribune )

Packed with tips for preventative care and maintenance, as well as solutions to tree problems. (Rosemary Herbert Boston Herald )

Homeowners with trees on their property will do well to read this informative book (Jim Carlson Country Almanac )

Excellent illustrations and full color photographs make the text easy to understand... Highly recommended for its practical information. (Marilyn K. Alaimo Current Books on Gardening and Botany [Chicago Bot )

Product Details

  • Paperback: 144 pages
  • Publisher: Firefly Books (September 6, 2003)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1552977420
  • ISBN-13: 978-1552977422
  • Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.5 x 0.5 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds
  • Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #338,881 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars AWESOME Book for Tree Lovers!, March 1, 2008
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I ordered this book for my boyfriend who owns a tree service. He loves it and makes positive comments about it all the time. The organization and content are easy to read and understand. Also, great for someone who already has lots of tree knowledge. We have been very pleased with this purchase and with the quality of the book itself! **thanks**
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You could almost start a business after reading this book. I am really pleased with it.
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