Modern Arboriculture: A Systems Approach to the Care of Trees and Their Associates by Shigo, Alex L - 1991

Shigo & Trees Assoc, 1991-01-01. Hardcover. New. New. In shrink wrap. Looks like an interesting title!

Shigo and Trees Associates, 1991. 1991. Hardcover. 3,2 x 15,9 x 23,5 cm. Dr. Shigo is a longtime researcher who has spent his life discovering the true nature of how trees function and the best ways to take care of them. Everyone in the tree care business needs to read this book. Based on solid science, this book destroys old myths of tree care that actually hurt trees and introduces the practices that homeowners and arborists must learn if we are to help trees survive. It has become the foundation of knowledge that is helping to advance the tree care industry to a new level of professionalism and effectiveness. This is the best practical guide to tree work that I have come across. Although fairly pricey it covers every woodland operation you can think of, with concise explanations and clear diagrams. Shigo's vision of tree work and its place in society leads him, at times, to publish opinions which are considered controversial, but I have met no-one who can find fault with this book. Dr Alex Shigo… Read More