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Trees of Power: Ten Essential Arboreal Allies Paperback – March 18, 2019

by Akiva Silver (Author), Samuel Thayer (Foreword)
4.9 4.9 out of 5 stars 104 ratings
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The organic grower's guide to planting, propagation, culture, and ecology

Trees are our allies in healing the world. Partnering with trees allows us to build soil, enhance biodiversity, increase wildlife populations, grow food and medicine, and pull carbon out of the atmosphere, sequestering it in the soil.

Trees of Power explains how we can work with these arboreal allies, specifically focusing on propagation, planting, and individual species. Author Akiva Silver is an enthusiastic tree grower with years of experience running his own commercial nursery. In this book he clearly explains the most important concepts necessary for success with perennial woody plants. It’s broken down into two parts: the first covering concepts and horticultural skills and the second with in-depth information on individual species. You’ll learn different ways to propagate trees: by seed, grafting, layering, or with cuttings. These time-honored techniques make it easy for anyone to increase their stock of trees, simply and inexpensively.

Ten chapters focus on the specific ecology, culture, and uses of different trees, ones that are common to North America and in other temperate parts of the world:

Chestnut: The Bread Tree
Apples: The Magnetic Center
Poplar: The Homemaker
Ash: Maker of Wood
Mulberry: The Giving Tree
Elderberry: The Caretaker
Hickory: Pillars of Life
Hazelnut: The Provider
Black Locust: The Restoration Tree
Beech: The Root Runner

Trees of Power fills an urgent need for up-to-date information on some of our most important tree species, those that have multiple benefits for humans, animals, and nature. It also provides inspiration for new generations of tree stewards and caretakers who will not only benefit themselves, but leave a lasting legacy for future generations.

Trees of Power is for everyone who wants to connect with trees. It is for the survivalist, the gardener, the homesteader, the forager, the permaculturist, the environmentalist, the parent, the schoolteacher, the farmer, and anyone who feels a deep kinship with these magnificent beings.

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    March 18, 2019
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    6 x 1 x 9 inches
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    1603588418
  7. ISBN-13
    978-1603588416
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Customers find the book informative and well-written. They appreciate the author's passion for trees and practical approach to growing them. The book is described as a joy to read and a gateway to seeing and loving trees in new ways.

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Customers find the book insightful and informative. They appreciate the author's personal experiences and insights. The book provides practical information about trees and is described as inspiring, philosophical, scientific, and a joy to read.

"I love that the author mixes history, philosophy, and practical tips. I’ve bought this several times to give to friends. I highly recommend." Read more

"Love this book and will definitely re-read. Perfect for anyone who love trees/plants." Read more

"...growing knowledge The second half (top ten trees) has tons of information about trees that is applicable and not so scientifically bogged down with..." Read more

"...The book is a perfect blend between practical, anecdotal, and technical information in an easy to read style without a bunch of filler fluff-- all..." Read more

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Customers find the book engaging and easy to read. They appreciate the author's perspective and relatable writing style. The technical information is presented in an accessible manner without unnecessary details.

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"Awesome book! The information in this book will motivate you to take your tree growing to another level...." Read more

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Customers appreciate the book's knowledge and passion for trees. They find it a gateway to seeing and loving trees in ways they never imagined. The author has a practical approach to growing trees for now and future generations. The book provides information about plants and how to grow them, as well as the author's philosophy, growing techniques, and knowledge on trees. Overall, customers describe the book as encouraging and beautiful.

"...Overall, the authors philosophy, growing techniques, and knowledge on trees will enlighten you for sure." Read more

"...That is how Akita Silver is about his trees. He KNOWS northeast trees because he put the time in to get to know them and how they like to grow...." Read more

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Awesome book! The information in this book will motivate you to take your tree growing to another level. I appreciated how the author writes from the perceptive that is relatable. The book hits on topics that are unique and for growers who are looking to elevate their game. I liked how the first half of the book is geared for growers with some prior growing knowledge The second half (top ten trees) has tons of information about trees that is applicable and not so scientifically bogged down with redundant information found in many other tree/growing books. Overall, the authors philosophy, growing techniques, and knowledge on trees will enlighten you for sure.
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  • Jon E Korneliussen
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great book!
    Reviewed in the United States on January 11, 2025
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    I love that the author mixes history, philosophy, and practical tips. I’ve bought this several times to give to friends. I highly recommend.
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  • Elaine Buss
    5.0 out of 5 stars Best book I've read all year
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    Love this book and will definitely re-read. Perfect for anyone who love trees/plants.
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  • JD Savage
    5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent source of applicable information
    Reviewed in the United States on September 20, 2020
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    Awesome book! The information in this book will motivate you to take your tree growing to another level. I appreciated how the author writes from the perceptive that is relatable. The book hits on topics that are unique and for growers who are looking to elevate their game. I liked how the first half of the book is geared for growers with some prior growing knowledge The second half (top ten trees) has tons of information about trees that is applicable and not so scientifically bogged down with redundant information found in many other tree/growing books. Overall, the authors philosophy, growing techniques, and knowledge on trees will enlighten you for sure.
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    Reviewed in the United States on September 20, 2020
    Awesome book! The information in this book will motivate you to take your tree growing to another level. I appreciated how the author writes from the perceptive that is relatable. The book hits on topics that are unique and for growers who are looking to elevate their game. I liked how the first half of the book is geared for growers with some prior growing knowledge The second half (top ten trees) has tons of information about trees that is applicable and not so scientifically bogged down with redundant information found in many other tree/growing books. Overall, the authors philosophy, growing techniques, and knowledge on trees will enlighten you for sure.
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  • Amber L. Bishop
    5.0 out of 5 stars Easy Reading, great information
    Reviewed in the United States on February 28, 2021
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    Aside from being written by someone in a completely different biome than I, the information is extremely pertinent and accessible, the author even does some justice for acknowledging considerations for people with different climatic and precipitation conditions. The book is a perfect blend between practical, anecdotal, and technical information in an easy to read style without a bunch of filler fluff-- all good stuff! Will the author please write another including many more trees?
    *Incidentally, I am currently reading Restoration Agriculture and finding a section of this book to nearly identically cover the tree species (minus specifics and variations on propagation-- which THIS book very usefully includes). I am wondering which book came out first and with how much lead time... shrug
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  • Maggie Twigg
    5.0 out of 5 stars Informative, inspirational, encouraging, and beautiful. I love this book and what Akiva is doing.
    Reviewed in the United States on June 4, 2019
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    Have you ever had a teacher who is great because they love the subject so much? That is how Akita Silver is about his trees. He KNOWS northeast trees because he put the time in to get to know them and how they like to grow. He believes in the partnership between humans and plants where everything benefits. If you want to grow and propagate trees to feed yourself, wildlife, and the soil, then you will love this book. It is first-person, personally-earned truths from someone who has done it. This is the real-deal, a source of useful knowledge about (northeastern) tree-growing. Informative, inspirational, encouraging and beautiful.
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  • daughternature
    4.0 out of 5 stars add to your permaculture library...
    Reviewed in the United States on August 12, 2023
    The author has written a passionate book about trees. Discussions on ten trees/ shrubs that would be of interest to anyone who also enjoys permaculture concepts. Reforesting, edible, medicinal, propagating, coppicing, grafting, etc are mentioned throughout. An enjoyable book!
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  • sivan cohen
    5.0 out of 5 stars Inspiring and practical
    Reviewed in the United States on January 18, 2024
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    Highly recommended. Philosophical, scientific, practical - a joy to read.
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  • Ryan
    5.0 out of 5 stars I want to grow a food forest now!
    Reviewed in the United States on July 21, 2020
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    This book has a wealth of wisdom and knowledge, but it is not an encyclopedia or go to resource for forest planning. It is a highlight of this brilliant man’s tree knowledge. You get his top ten trees and why he believes they are so valuable. The best part is that he supports all his claims with research and a deep understanding of life on Earth. This book is the gateway to Seeing and loving trees in ways you never imagined. We are more connected than we realize.
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent livre
    Reviewed in Canada on June 7, 2023
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    Je recommande hautement ce livre.
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  • HB.Mo.
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great book
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 29, 2024
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    A great book for people who would love to plant an arboretum or a colony of trees.
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  • Crina-Ludmila
    5.0 out of 5 stars A wonderful book
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 2, 2021
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    Great book! This should be available in all schools and homes.
    The author has a wonderful approach on life. I already loved trees, but reading him made me look at them in many other ways.
    This is one of my most beloved books now, along with The Conversation (by the same author) which is my favourite book.
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    A wonderful book

    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 2, 2021
    Great book! This should be available in all schools and homes.
    The author has a wonderful approach on life. I already loved trees, but reading him made me look at them in many other ways.
    This is one of my most beloved books now, along with The Conversation (by the same author) which is my favourite book.
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  • OneProudNana
    5.0 out of 5 stars This book will make you want to plant a tree.
    Reviewed in Canada on July 9, 2020
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    I'm so glad I bought this book. The author (Akiva Silver) encourages everyone to plant a tree and thus do something wonderful for the earth. He says you might fail a few times, but keep trying and every try will teach you something. He gives general suggestions about propagating trees and then goes into detail about the attractions of several trees. He does this for Chestnut, Apple, Poplar, Ash, Mulberry, Elderberry, Hickory, Hazelnut, Black Locust, and Beech. Each tree has a description, including how to harvest fruit/nuts if the tree produces them, and what the wood is good for. I learned many interesting facts about trees and may change my mind about mulberries which I find invasive. Silver calls the mulberry 'the giving tree'. A delightful read.
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  • peter-c
    5.0 out of 5 stars Interesting read
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 12, 2020
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    Chatty and informative look at trees and their value. Geared to North America though.
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