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It is possible to grow apples responsibly, by applying the intuitive knowledge of our great-grandparents with the fruits of modern scientific research and innovation. Since The Apple Grower first appeared in 1998, orchardist Michael Phillips has continued his research with apples, which have been called “organic’s final frontier.”
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The Backyard Orchardist includes help on selecting the best fruit trees and information about each stage of growth and development, along with tips on harvest and storage of the fruit. Those with limited space will learn about growing dwarf fruit trees in containers.
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Here, Otto focuses on "small fruit," fruit that does not grow on trees but as a cultivated, perennial crop on small plants, canes, bushes, or vines. These include strawberries, "brambles" (raspberries and blackberries), blueberries, lingonberries, currants, gooseberries, grapes and (curiously) rhubarb.
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This 32-page booklet describes (with diagram) eight types of grafting, plus budding. Storey's Country Wisdom Bulletins are known to contain practical, hands-on instructions designed to help you master dozens of country living skills quickly and easily.
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This exceptional manual uses clear text and close-up photos to instruct readers on the pruning and training of fruit trees, ornamental trees, shrubs, soft fruits, climbing plants, and roses.
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Although the amount of different apple varieties grown by Jefferson was surprisingly low, he did cultivate over 170 varieties of temperate fruits at Monticello. Jefferson is known to have been an ambitious and devoted gardener who left wonderful details of his horticultural pursuits. A great read for the heirloom enthusiast. Author Peter J. Hatch is Director of Gardens and Grounds at Monticello
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