The Fruit Gardener's Bible A Complete Guide to Growing Fruits and Nuts in the Home Garden
, by Hill, Lewis; Perry, Leonard
- ISBN: 9781603425674 | 1603425675
- Cover: Paperback
- Copyright: 11/30/2011
Fruits, berries, and nuts offer an exciting opportunity for the growing number of food gardeners to expand their homegrown harvest with new produce. The Fruit Gardener'¬"s Bible is the complete reference on every aspect of planting, growing, caring for, and harvesting these nutritious plants. Organic fruits and berries are expensive to buy, making it especially worthwhile to grow them in the home garden. From small fruits like strawberries, raspberries, and blueberries to orchard fruits, such as apples, pears, peaches, cherries, and a variety of nuts, backyard gardeners will learn how to choose the best varieties and methods for a healthy harvest. The Fruit Gardener'¬"s Bible focuses on what'¬"s most practical and achievable for small-scale growing and introduces readers to the best organic, nospray methods. From pruning to harvesting and protecting from wildlife, food gardeners will fi nd all the information they need to incorporate fruits and berries into their existing beds and yards. Author and horticulturalist Leonard Perry brings his expertise to The Fruit Gardener'¬"s Bible, incorporating much of the classic work of the late Lewis Hill, long-time nurseryman and bestselling gardening author. The book features allnew photography and step-by-step illustrations. A perfect companion to the best-selling The Vegetable Gardener'¬"s Bible, growers will find The Fruit Gardener'¬"s Bible to be the defi nitive reference for growing delicious, organic fresh fruits at home.
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