Orchards - Practical Orcharding For A Changing Planet

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

General

Imprint:	The Crowood Press Ltd
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Release date:	2024
Authors:	Andrew Lear • Margaret Lear
Dimensions:	246 x 189 x 15mm (L x W x T)
Pages:	176
ISBN-13:	978-0-7198-4236-8
Categories:	Books Promotions
LSN:	0-7198-4236-0
Barcode:	9780719842368

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