Urban forests and trees:a reference book
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Group Author: | ; |
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Published: |
Springer,
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Publisher Address: | Berlin New York |
Publication Dates: | c2005. |
Literature type: | Book |
Language: | English |
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Carrier Form: | xx, 520 p.: ill., maps ; 24 cm. |
ISBN: |
354025126X (hd. bd.) 9783540251262 (hd. bd.) |
Index Number: | S735 |
CLC: | S735 |
Call Number: | S735/U724 |
Contents: |
Includes bibliographical references and index. The concept of urban forestry in Europe -- A history of urban forests and trees in Europe -- Urban forest resources in European cities -- Benefits and uses of urban forests and trees -- Urban forest policy and planning -- Design of urban forests -- The role of partnerships in urban forestry -- Involving people in urban forestry--a discussion of participatory practices throughout Europe -- Plant quality and establishment -- The selection of plant materials for street trees, park trees, and urban woodland -- The abiotic urban environment : impact of urban growing conditions on urban vegetation -- Biotic urban growing conditions--threats, pests, and diseases -- Management of urban woodland and parks--searching for creative and sustainable concepts -- Information for urban forest planning and management -- Arboricultural practices -- Research on urban forests and trees in Europe -- Urban forestry education -- Urban forestry in Europe : innovative solutions and future potential. |