Open The Urban Tree Book and discover the joys of forest trekking--right in your City or town.
The two live on a Chicago street blessed with ashes, maples, and horse-chestnuts..
Along with award-winning artist and illustrator Mary Phelan (his wife), he is a passionate observer of trees in their Urban context.
Includes a Tree planting-and-care section, Tree primer, and exploration Guide Is backed by the expertise of the renowned Morton Arboretum Incorporates new Urban forestry perspectives Covers Urban trees across the continent Lists key organizations and institutions for Tree lovers Selects the best Tree sites on the Internet Updates many guides by 20 years About author(s): A member of the conservation organization American Forests, Arthur Plotnik is a distinguished author and former American Library Association executive.
An engaging excursion into the Urban forest, this complete Guide to City trees will both entertain and enlighten nature lovers, Urban hikers, gardeners, and everyone curious about their environment.
The Urban Tree Book will inform even the most knowledgeable plant person and delight urbanites who simply enjoy strolling beneath the shade of welcoming trees.
More than 175 graceful illustrations capture the charm of trees in Urban settings and depict leaf, flower, fruit, and bark features for identification and appreciation.
With telling descriptions and precise botanical detail, this unique Guide not only identifies trees but brings them to life through history, lore, anecdotes, up-to-date facts, and hundreds of fascinating characteristics.
Unlike traditional Tree guides with dizzying numbers of woodland species, The Urban Tree Book explores nature in the city, describing some 200 Tree types likely to be found on North America\'s streets and surrounding spaces, including subUrban settings.
This first-of-a-kind Field Guide introduces readers to the trees on their block, in neighborhood parks, and throughout the Urban landscape.
Open The Urban Tree Book and discover the joys of forest trekking--right in your City or town
