Little Pruning Book: An Intimate Guide to the Surer Growing of Better Fruits and Flowers (1917)

The Little Pruning Book by Frederick Frye Rockwell is a comprehensive guide to the art of pruning plants, with a focus on producing better fruits and flowers. Originally published in 1917, this book offers practical advice and tips for gardeners and horticulturists of all levels of experience. The author covers a wide range of topics, including the basics of pruning, the different types of pruning cuts, the best tools for pruning, and the ideal time to prune different plants. The book also includes detailed instructions for pruning a variety of fruit trees, roses, shrubs, and other plants, as well as tips for training vines and espaliers. The author's intimate knowledge of plants and his passion for gardening shines through in this book, making it an essential resource for anyone looking to improve their pruning skills and produce healthier, more beautiful plants.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.