{"product_id":"hedges-and-hedgelaying-a-guide-to-planting-management-and-conservation","title":"Hedges and Hedgelaying: A Guide to Planting, Management and Conservation","description":"In recent years there has been a much greater appreciation of the enormous contribution that hedges make to the countryside. Today, their beauty, their ability to provide wind protection and contain livestock, their environmental importance and their significance as a wildlife habitat, are all widely recognized. Not surprisingly, this transformation in the way we view hedges has, in turn, produced a welcome revival in the ancient craft of hedgelaying. Whether you own hedges, are thinking of growing them, or just have an interest in hedgerows this fascinating, well-illustrated book will be of value to you. Hedges and Hedgelaying - A Guide to Planting, Management and Conservation contains of wealth of practical information and covers: the selection of hedgerow shrubs and trees and the associated significance of soil types and topography; the planting of hedges and the necessary preparation work; the use of trees int he hedgerow and the value of field margins; weed, pest and disease control, and hedge cutting, maintenance and protection; the craft of hedgelaying and the tools and processes involved. An indispensable guide for all those interested in managing and preserving our hedgerows for future generations.\u003cbr\u003eASIN: 1861268688\u003cbr\u003eVSKU: BVV.1861268688.G\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Good\u003cbr\u003eAuthor\/Artist:Maclean, Murray\u003cbr\u003eBinding: Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e Any images shown are stock photographs and product may differ from what is shown.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition Notes\u003c\/b\u003e: The item shows wear from consistent use, but it remains in good condition and works perfectly. All pages and cover are intact  including the dust cover, if applicable . Spine may show signs of wear. Pages may include limited notes and highlighting. May NOT include discs, access code or other supplemental materials.  \u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Blue Vase Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43417386745917,"sku":"BVV.1861268688.G","price":21.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.bluevasebooks.com\/products\/hedges-and-hedgelaying-a-guide-to-planting-management-and-conservation","provider":"Blue Vase Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}