Complete Guide to Ornamental Tree Cultivation

Author: Mao Longsheng
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Publish Date: 2002-01-01
Features: The book is divided into six chapters. The first five chapters provide a concise introduction to the basic theories and techniques of selecting ornamental tree species, cultivation substrates and fertilizers, propagation methods, shaping and pruning, planting in the ground and in pots, flowering time regulation, facilities and equipment, and pest and disease control. The sixth chapter introduces 161 ornamental tree species and their 290 related species, varieties, and cultivars. For these tree species, besides a brief introduction to their morphological characteristics, habits, and planting applications, the main focus is on providing detailed descriptions of their propagation and cultivation and maintenance techniques, which is the key feature of this book.