Trees category: 526 books

These natural history guides have been developed to encourage young people and anyone with a budding interest in natural history to learn about the wonders of southern Africa's fascinating fauna and flora. They are an invaluable resource for the beginner, providing information at a glance: each of...

Shrubs and vines are some of the most diverse and widespread plants in the Great Lakes Region. Michigan Shrubs and Vines is the must-have book for anyone who wishes to identify and learn about these fascinating plants. Presented in the same attractive, easy-to-use format as the classic Michigan...

This antiquarian volume contains a concise yet comprehensive guide to the various enemies of the orchard, with information on how to prevent and eradicate them. Written in clear, plain language and profusely illustrated, this informative guide will be of considerable utility to the orchard-owner or...

This book offers a broad range of options for technically adapting, handling and processing wood with specific wood characteristics.  It starts by discussing wood anatomy and the general factors leading to the formation of wood characteristics. The individual characteristics are then categorized...

If you plant, remembering to water and fertilize your lemon trees with care is not only crucial but will help result in consistently healthy, attractive trees, as well as a quality harvest. Follow these simple but important steps to grow and take care of the lemon tree you've always wanted. ...

The idea for this notebook originally came from a country walk with the author Giovanna Nicaso, who stopped at every step to illustrate the abundance and uniqueness of the natural flora present at La Maliosa, an organic and biodynamic farm that has made respect for nature its raison d'etre. Over the...

Growing cherries does not necessarily require that you have a green thumb or extensive gardening experience. There are a few essentials, however, that are needed in order to successfully grow cherries. Proper planting guidelines include choosing the right location and type of soil, plenty of sunshine...

A concisely written, descriptive overview and photographic essay showcasing both one of Nature’s and America's most unique, historical, and culturally significant native trees, the Southern Live Oak ( Quercus virginiana ).   Inhabiting the coastal areas of southeastern US,  the Southern Live Oak...

Lemon trees come in all sizes. They range from the dwarf lemon tree, which can grow 2 to 8 feet (.61 to 2.44 m), to standard trees that can reach 15 feet (4.6 m) or higher. The Meyer lemon can be grown in a pot and still produce regular-sized lemons for its owner. Regardless of the size of your tree,...

Fig trees are a popular choice for home gardens because they are easy to grow. As with any tree, pruning is necessary. Pruning is the process of removing branches, leaves and buds to maintain a healthy tree and encourage a good quality fruit harvest. With fig trees, the pruning process varies depending...

Shinrin Yoku or 'forest bathing' was developed in Japan in the 1980s and brings together ancient ways and wisdom with cutting edge environmental health science. There are now forest bathing stations and walkways scattered throughout Japan, although the good news is that we can all benefit from this...

Orange trees originally come from China but have been grown in Europe and North America for over 100 years. Orange trees are now grown all over the world for their delicious and nutritious fruit. There are many varieties to choose from, including Jaffa oranges, Navel oranges and Blood oranges.......

If you live in a climate that is favorable to mango plants, you can plant and grow your own mango tree and enjoy the sweet, vitamin-packed tropical fruit for years on end. Mango trees prosper in tropical and sub-tropical climates and can be damaged in temperatures below 40 degrees Fahrenheit (4.44...

Elegant, rich in history, and supremely useful, birches have played an extraordinary yet largely unrecognized part in shaping both our natural environment and the material culture and beliefs of millions of people around the world. Exploring birches’ many uses, the ancient beliefs and folklore we...