Overview
How to create and manage an orchard of any size, without costing the Earth. Whether you are a beginner or a practised orchardist, this book contains everything you need to know about how, when and why practical tasks should be carried out to establish a productive orchard, vibrant with wildlife. Whereas traditional orcharding has often focussed solely on productivity, the authors encourage a more sustainable approach, with consideration to wider habitats and the changing climate. Coverage includes: Choosing the best sites and fruit varieties, The importance of pollinators, predators and biodiversity, All about restricted forms - espaliers, stepovers, cordons and fans, Getting pruning right - and at the right time, Grafting explained, Orchard abundance - how not to be overwhelmed at harvest time, Managing fruit tree pests and diseases without toxic chemicals, Orchard lore and traditions
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Details
- ISBN-13: 9780719842368
- ISBN-10: 0719842360
- Publisher: Crowood Press (UK)
- Publish Date: January 2024
- Dimensions: 9.8 x 7.6 x 0.6 inches
- Shipping Weight: 1.45 pounds
- Page Count: 224
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