Learn pruning techniques that will have your garden looking smart in no time. This volume includes: step-by-step pruning instructions; over 350 full-colour photos; expert hints & tips for saving time, money, and effort; and, much, much more! Filled with full-colour photographs and easy-to-follow illustrations, this concise guide provides readers with everything they need to know about pruning trees, hedges, perennials, roses, and shrubs. It shows gardeners why pruning is so important and how it can be used to maintain, train, and in some cases, revive plants. It also teaches readers about proper tool selection as well as pruning techniques for specific purposes - such as achieving shape, wealth of foliage, fruiting or flowering, and much more. Smart Guide: Pruning also includes an extensive section with pruning advice for specific plants, including when to prune and how to bring the best out of your plant.