The Pomological Manual, Vol. 2 (Classic Reprint): Or, a Treatise on Fruits: Containing Descriptions of a Great Number of the Most Valuable Varieties for the Orchard and Garden - Couverture souple
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Explore a detailed pantry of plum varieties with notes on size, flavor, and how and when they best ripen. This edition provides exhaustive descriptions of many old and prized plums, including how the fruit looks, where the best budding and yields occur, and how the flesh tastes at maturity. It also includes practical observations on keeping, uses for preserves, and suitability for different climates.
Designed for fruit growers, gardeners, and serious fruit enthusiasts, the book blends measurements, seasonal timing, and cultivation notes to help you choose varieties for the orchard, kitchen, or historical collections. The entries emphasize how each plum behaves in growth and in culinary use, from fresh-eating to canning and drying.
- Exact fruit size, shape, and skin color descriptions to aid identification
- Flavor notes and textures at peak ripeness
- Ripening months and recommended handling for best quality
- Tree habit, bearing strength, and propagation hints for planning an orchard
Ideal for readers assembling a historic or specimen collection of plums, or anyone cataloging orchard varieties for modern cultivation.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book presents a comprehensive guide to the cultivation and propagation of fruit trees, offering detailed descriptions of numerous varieties of peaches, plums, cherries, raspberries, strawberries, pears, and almonds. The author draws heavily on the work of previous pomologists, including the seminal works of the New Duhamel, the Transactions of the London Horticultural Society, and other publications of noted European pomologists. Within this historical context, the book explores the fascinating process of plant improvement through both natural selection and deliberate cross-fertilization, highlighting the delicate balance between preserving desirable traits and creating new varieties. The author delves into the scientific principles behind the art of horticulture, explaining the importance of careful selection of seed, the effects of stock and scion on growth and fertility, and the role of environmental factors in the development of fruit quality. The book goes on to meticulously detail various methods of propagation, such as budding, grafting, and layering, underscoring the intricate nature of plant reproduction and the skillful techniques required to ensure successful propagation of new individuals. This in-depth analysis of the horticultural practices of the era provides a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the history and science of fruit cultivation. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781332027965_0
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The Pomological Manual, Vol. 2 : Or, a Treatise on Fruits: Containing Descriptions of a Great Number of the Most Valuable Varieties for the Orchard and Garden (Classic Reprint)
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