Guide to Ornamental Trees and Shrubs
This lavishly illustrated 650-page book, which inventories over 1,760 species and varieties of vegetation found in the various regions of Québec, is a comprehensive reference guide for everyone—from weekend gardeners to trained horticulturists and landscape architects.
The guide will help you plan in advance to avert any danger to your garden, house or Hydro-Québec's electricity distribution system.
A large team of specialists combined their expertise to bring this easy-to-consult, practical guide at your fingertips.
Do you want to find out more about a specific tree?
Refer to the corresponding record for answers to all your questions, such as the color of its leaves in the summer or fall, that of its flowers, growth rate, its resistance to disease or de-icing salt, and even its attractiveness to birds. Since you'll also be aware of its root structure and size at maturity, you won't be caught off guard.
Important note: The suggestions provided by this tool apply only to trees located near power distribution lines. They do not apply to transmission lines. How to identify distribution and transmission lines
The new French edition is available in most Québec bookstores and some department stores.
You can also order it online from Archambault or Renaud-Bray.
