"Planting on roofs and walls is one of the most innovative and fast-developing fields within horticulture and the built environment. This book explores the very latest roof and wall greening techniques." "Planting Green Roofs and Living Walls describes the historical development of both large-scale commercial and small domestic examples from all over the world. It also provides an introduction to the practical techniques required for constructing...

S2Grapevines (Vitis spp.) are becoming a major problem for forest managers in the Appalachians, especially when clearcutting is done on highly productive hardwood sites. Grapevines can reduce tree quality and growth, and eventually kill the tree. Silvical characteristics of grapevines are discussed. Forest management guidelines are given for controlling growth of grapevines. The control guidelines are applied to mature and immature stands using herbicides...

On t.p.: An ingenious new key system for quick, positive field identification of the wildflowers, flowering shrubs and vines of Northeastern and North-central North America.

Packed with more than 1000 photographs of over 1,000 plants, Shrubs & Climbers is an inspiring handbook to help you identify, choose, and grow your favorite varieties. Photographic Plant Catalog. Discover at a glance the full range of shrubs and climbers available. Each entry combines a plant portrait with a concise botanical description, plus cultivation and propagaton details. Helpful symbols indicate preferred growing conditions and cold hardiness....