Trees, Shrubs, and Vines

"Viertel's pictorial guide to the ornamental woody plants of the Northern United States identifies nearly 600 trees, shrubs, and vines in a simple and straightforward manner. Leaf drawings provide the primary basis of identification. Species with leaves most alike are arranged in juxtaposition for direct comparison, rather than by difficult floral characteristics. Indispensable for the non-botanist, this handy guide is non-technical and well-organized."—Horticulture

"The major means of identification is detailed drawings of the leaves of 593 plants; the illustrations are grouped according to similarity in appearance, rather than by family, for easy comparison. Each illustration is numbered, with each number corresponding to the number of a written description in the other major portion of the book. Written descriptions cover physical characteristics, leaf retention (deciduous or evergreen), maximum height and zone of hardiness. A handy appendix gives sample drawings of leaf characteristics and flower and twig details."—American Nurseryman

"This book is most useful to the layman who has little or no botanical training. . . . If you have an interest in woody plants, live in the Northeastern United States, and are looking for a beginning botanical reference, this book is recommended."—Garden Journal