ISBN: 9780473714338 (3 results)

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Jason and Kath have 25 years of experience designing and managing home orchards in a diversity of environments across Aotearoa. The book focuses on creating a healthy set-up and selecting well-suited varieties. From this solid foundation, fruit trees flourish, care is easy, there are fewer pests and diseases, and most importantly, growing is fun!Simple, practical, low cost set-up.Simple, tried and true planning methods that cater to the home grower. Plus sample plans of orchards in different climates, and in both urban and lifestyle settings. Covers the key basics of tree anatomy and the lifecycle of fruit trees so that people understand their trees.A detailed catalogue of deciduous, evergreen and subtropical fruits to help people choose varieties best suited to their place.Measures to support every decision - warmth, hardiness, chilling hours for choosing fruit trees, fertility measures for assessing health, and measures to assess tree vigour and tree health to support ongoing care. This inspiring, accessible book is perfect for beginners setting up a new orchard, busy people who want homegrown fruit without the fuss, and seasoned growers seeking deeper knowledge. Homegrown Fruit: A Practical Guide takes you step by step to an abundant, naturally healthy home orchard, and along the way teaches you all the skills you need to be an epic fruit gardener. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. …

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Jason and Kath have 25 years of experience designing and managing home orchards in a diversity of environments across Aotearoa. The book focuses on creating a healthy set-up and selecting well-suited varieties. From this solid foundation, fruit trees flourish, care is easy, there are fewer pests and diseases, and most importantly, growing is fun!Simple, practical, low cost set-up.Simple, tried and true planning methods that cater to the home grower. Plus sample plans of orchards in different climates, and in both urban and lifestyle settings. Covers the key basics of tree anatomy and the lifecycle of fruit trees so that people understand their trees.A detailed catalogue of deciduous, evergreen and subtropical fruits to help people choose varieties best suited to their place.Measures to support every decision - warmth, hardiness, chilling hours for choosing fruit trees, fertility measures for assessing health, and measures to assess tree vigour and tree health to support ongoing care. This inspiring, accessible book is perfect for beginners setting up a new orchard, busy people who want homegrown fruit without the fuss, and seasoned growers seeking deeper knowledge. Homegrown Fruit: A Practical Guide takes you step by step to an abundant, naturally healthy home orchard, and along the way teaches you all the skills you need to be an epic fruit gardener. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability. …

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Jason and Kath have 25 years of experience designing and managing home orchards in a diversity of environments across Aotearoa. The book focuses on creating a healthy set-up and selecting well-suited varieties. From this solid foundation, fruit trees flourish, care is easy, there are fewer pests and diseases, and most importantly, growing is fun!Simple, practical, low cost set-up.Simple, tried and true planning methods that cater to the home grower. Plus sample plans of orchards in different climates, and in both urban and lifestyle settings. Covers the key basics of tree anatomy and the lifecycle of fruit trees so that people understand their trees.A detailed catalogue of deciduous, evergreen and subtropical fruits to help people choose varieties best suited to their place.Measures to support every decision - warmth, hardiness, chilling hours for choosing fruit trees, fertility measures for assessing health, and measures to assess tree vigour and tree health to support ongoing care. This inspiring, accessible book is perfect for beginners setting up a new orchard, busy people who want homegrown fruit without the fuss, and seasoned growers seeking deeper knowledge. Homegrown Fruit: A Practical Guide takes you step by step to an abundant, naturally healthy home orchard, and along the way teaches you all the skills you need to be an epic fruit gardener. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability. …