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Book Synopsis: Winner of the American Horticulture Society Book Award"Phillip’s first-hand knowledge anchors this innovative and highly readable book in practical wisdom that both beginner and long-time fruit growers will find invaluable."—Toby Hemenway, author of Gaia’s Garden
Many people want to grow fruit on a small scale but lack the insight to be successful orchardists. As The Holistic Orchard illustrates, growing tree fruits and berries is something virtually anyone can do. A holistic grower knows that producing fruit is not about manipulating nature but more importantly, fostering nature.
The Holistic Orchard demystifies the basic skills everybody should know about the orchard ecosystem, focusing on:
- Orchard design
- Soil biology
- Organic health management
- Grafting
- Planting
- Pruning
- Choosing the right varieties for your climate
Includes a step-by-step instructional calendar to guide growers through the entire orchard year!
Fruit profiles include:
- pome fruits (apples, pears, asian pears, quinces)
- stone fruits (cherries, peaches, nectarines, apricots, plums)
- berries (raspberries, blackberries, blueberries, gooseberries, currants, and elderberries)
Phillips completely changed the conversation about healthy orcharding with his first bestselling book, The Apple Grower, and now he takes that dialogue even further by exploring:
- The connections between home orcharding and permaculture
- The importance of native pollinators
- Plantings with shade-tolerant berry bushes and other insectary plants
- Information on cover crops and biodiversity
- Safe, homegrown solutions to pest and disease challenges
All along the way, Phillips’ expertise and enthusiasm for healthy growing shines through, as does his ability to put the usual horticultural facts into an integrated ecology perspective. With The Holistic Orchard in your hand you have every reason in the world to confidently plant that very first—or next—fruit tree!
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Are you dreaming of having your very own orchard filled with delicious tree fruits and berries? Look no further than The Holistic Orchard: Tree Fruits and Berries the Biological Way book, winner of the prestigious American Horticulture Society Book Award. This book is packed with practical wisdom that will empower both beginner and experienced fruit growers to succeed. Whether you have a small backyard or a larger space, this book will show you how to grow fruit and nurture nature at the same time.
Orchard design is a crucial aspect of successful fruit growing, and The Holistic Orchard offers valuable insights on this topic. You'll also learn about the importance of soil biology and organic health management, allowing you to create a thriving ecosystem for your trees and plants. From grafting to planting to pruning, this book covers it all. Plus, it provides a step-by-step instructional calendar to guide you through the entire orchard year, ensuring you never miss a crucial task.
The Holistic Orchard doesn't stop at just tree fruits. It also includes comprehensive fruit profiles, covering pome fruits like apples and pears, stone fruits like cherries and plums, and a variety of berries. With this knowledge, you'll be able to choose the right varieties for your climate and enjoy a diverse range of delicious fruits.
Author Michael Phillips, renowned for his bestselling book The Apple Grower, takes the conversation further in The Holistic Orchard by exploring the connections between home orcharding and permaculture. You'll discover the importance of native pollinators and learn how to incorporate shade-tolerant berry bushes and insectary plants into your orchard. Additionally, this book provides information on cover crops and biodiversity as well as safe, homegrown solutions to pest and disease challenges.
With every page, Michael Phillips' expertise and enthusiasm for healthy growing shines through. He seamlessly integrates horticultural facts into an integrated ecology perspective, giving you a holistic approach to orcharding. When you have The Holistic Orchard in your hands, you'll feel confident in planting your very first or next fruit tree.
Ready to start your journey towards a bountiful orchard? Get your copy of The Holistic Orchard: Tree Fruits and Berries the Biological Way today!
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