GuideReviews Index

Cass Turnbull's Guide to Pruning by Cass Turnbull
Cass Turnbull's Guide to Pruning[/i] is a thorough introduction to the world of proper pruning. She starts with the basics and strives to show the correct techniques to use. However, Cass Turnbull doesn't just teach general pruning - she delves into the specific needs and quirks of over 160 different species. This is a wonderful resource to help keep your trees, shrubs, ground covers and vines in a healthy and happy state.

Topiary and the Art of Training Plants
A review of Topiary and the Art of Training Plants by David Joyce

Don't Throw It, Grow It! by Deborah Peterson & Millicent Selsam
Don't Throw It, Grow It! is a delightful little book that will show you how to create new houseplants from produce and herbs/spices. Have you ever tried growing an avocado pit in a jar of water? Found a long forgotten potato that had baby potatoes on the new roots? Wanted to get your children involved in gardening? Interested in being more environmentally friendly? This is a perfect book to read.

Grow Native by S. Huddleston and M. Hussey
Grow Native discusses 50 plants that are hardy enough to grow in the Rocky Mountains region. The focus is on using native plants since they are well suited to the area and help conserve water.

Fallscaping
Fallscaping is simply a gorgeous book. There are hundreds of pictures illustrating the possibilities that can be used to create gardens that are still beautiful well into fall. This is an excellent resource for those who want to extend their growing season.