"Nature has gifted man with trees for his sustainable livelihood. Trees
are an integral part of any landscape. Apart from beautifying our
surroundings, trees are used functionally to improve the quality of
environment particularly in urban areas, where the environment is
degrading at a faster rate. The significance of growing trees is widely
understood in recent days. The book on 'Flowering Trees' begins with
describing India's heritage in growing trees, the spiritual and
religious significance of trees and role of trees in indigenous
landscaping and sacred groves, where their main function is conservation
of biodiversity. The functional values of trees in modern landscaping
such as to reduce glare, climate modification, pollution control, their
ecological value and various uses for aesthetic purposes are dealt with
in detail in this book. Avenue planting is also described in detail.
Principles and designs for planting trees, methods of planting, cultural
practices, pruning, problems in tree growing and various methods to
overcome them are also described. The psychological effects of plants on
human beings and the astrological significance of trees are discussed in
this book. The book includes detailed descriptions of ornamental,
economic and medicinal trees. Separate s on trees for Bonsai and
renewable energy are also included in this book."
