Diseases of Trees and Shrubs (Comstock Book) by Sinclair, Wayne A., Lyon, Howard H., Johnson, Warren T. (1987) Hardcover

by Wayne A. Sinclair

Diseases of Trees and Shrubs is a comprehensive pictorial survey of the diseases of, as well as the environmental damage to, forest and shade trees and woody ornamental plants in the United States and Canada. An authoritative reference, it is also a reliable and handy diagnostic tool that will simplify the identification of specific plant diseases by focusing on signs and symptoms that can be seen with the unaided eye or with a hand lens. This book gives readers complete information in an easily understood and convenient way. Each of the 247 color plates faces a page of explanatory text covering the biology and ecology (including host and geographic ranges) of the disease-causing agents (pathogens), a list of key references (there are more than 2,250), and, in some cases, black-and-white illustrations of pathogens. Selected information about biological and cultural control is provided. Scientific terms other than Latin names of pathogens are used only when necessary, and a glossary of

Genres: Gardening, Reference, Nonfiction, Horticulture

Hardcover

First published July 1, 1987

Reviews

[Meghan · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a big, heavy book with perhaps more information than one wants on tree and shrub diseases. However, it is considered by many to be the most comprehensive and does have great photos. It is written like a science manual, so it is not very inviting to the casual gardener.

[Karen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Essential reference for practicing horticulturists.