Phillip W. Hadlington

Contents: The tree - its parts and functions; The tree and its environment; Insects that attack trees; Control of insects; Treatment schedule for insect pests; Some common tree diseases; Tree surgery; Other tree problems; Fertilizing trees; Choosing a tree surgeon; Local government regulations; Some trees and their susceptibility to insects and diseases

Contents: The tree - its parts and functions; The tree and its environment; Insects that attack trees; Control of insects; Treatment schedule for insect pests; Some common tree diseases; Repairing trees; Other tree problems; Fertilizing trees; Selecting trees.

Whilst most books on tree care reflect Northern hemisphere tree care this book deals only with the control and care of trees in the Australian landscape and appropriate treatment, control and repair of damage caused to trees in Australia.