Ornamental varieties ID books

[climbncut]

I am looking to purchase a good book on identifying ornamental trees and nursery stock. Would love to find a good book that shows and describes key differences in apples, cherries, hawthorn ect. Any suggestions appreciated!

 

[oceans]

There's a great nursery in my town, and they actually sell the 'Manual of Woody Landscape Plants' by Michael Dirr. There is an iPhone app called 'Dirr Guide'. RRReeeeaaaalllly complete!

 

[climbncut]

Just purchased the app. By far the most I've ever spent on one ($15) but I'm sure it'll be worth it. Thanks for the suggestion, book soon to come!

 

[oceans]

The app will run you far less than the text book, but it's nice to have the book on the shelf at home or in the office...something about actually holding the book appeals to me. I have both, and have found both to be very useful.

Enjoy!