Beginners' Guide to Fruit Growing: A Simple Statement of the Elementary, Practices of Propagation, Planting, Culture, Fertilization, Pruning, Spraying, Etc (Classic Reprint) - Couverture souple

F. A. Waugh

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1332351298 ISBN 13 : 9781332351299

Editeur : Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Grow better fruit with practical how‑tos for propagation, pruning, and orchard care. This compact guide covers essential methods for starting fruit trees, including grafting and budding, plus handy tips for choosing stocks and handling different fruit varieties. It also explains how to renovate neglected orchards, manage pests, and plan fertilization to encourage healthy growth and steady production.

In clear, straightforward language, the book walks you through common propagation techniques, such as whip‑grafting, splice‑grafting, side‑grafting, and nurse grafting, with practical steps and illustrations. It also explains the purposes of pruning, from shaping young trees to keeping heads open and bearing steady. You’ll find guidance on cultivating soil, timing pruning in spring or summer, and managing new wood growth.

What you’ll experience
- Step‑by‑step descriptions of grafting and budding methods suitable for home orchards
- Practical pruning strategies to shape trees, improve airflow, and boost fruiting
- Basic fertilization guidelines with example formulations and per‑tree recommendations
- A realistic approach to renovating old, underperforming orchards, including soil work, grafting, and pest control
- Simple pest and disease control ideas, including lime–sulphur wash and Bordeaux mixtures

Ideal for hobby fruit growers, new orchard owners, and anyone seeking clear, actionable instructions to start and maintain healthy fruit trees.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Forgotten Books
• Date d'édition: 2018
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1332351298
• ISBN 13: 9781332351299
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 132
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