Books/websites for a beginner

[ascetio]

Hey,

 

I'm a beginner to this, I've started working for a tree company and I just want to learn more about trees. I've already read the tree climbers companion, but I'd like a book or two on pruning/ arboriculture.

 

I've already bought the Collins British tree guide for identifying trees. The Modern Arboriculture by Alex Shigo was recommended a lot, along with Trees by Bob Watson. Would these be a good buy? Sorry I know this gets asked quite a lot but these books are pretty damn expensive, so I want to know they are the best buy for a beginner. 

 

Thanks!

[trotter251]

Can recommend all three of the books you've mentioned. I'm still surprised by the information that I find in Bob Watsons book, really useful. I find Modern Arboriculture really good as I found each page or small group of pages was a little lesson in itself.

[dbell]

Would suggest Applied Tree Biology by Dr Andrew Hirons. Great content with practical arborist in mind.

[Paddy1000111]

trees their natural history 2nd edition is good, its a readable book about trees. Some of them can be really dry and factual and if you're anything like me you lose interest after an hour or so! 

Edited February 16, 2021 by Paddy1000111

[woody paul]

For pruning ornamental tree's, fruit trees, shrubs and larger trees, The RHS Pruning and Training by Christopher Birckel & David Joyce.