Growing Tree Fruits
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Author Description
Home-grown fruit has become more popular as new techniques of training make it possible even for gardeners with limited space to grow at least one fruit tree. Current anxiety about chemical sprays on commercially-produced fruit has also encouraged home growers. In this book the author has written a practical guide to all the varieties of fruit trees that the amateur gardener might wish to grow. As well as sections on traditional favourites, he also mentions more exotic fruit such as apricots, medlars, figs and peaches. Bonham Bazeley was for many years managing director of Highfield Nurseries, specialist growers of a wide range of hardy plants including fruit trees. He is an Honorary Fellow of the Royal Horticultural Society and a Fellow of the Institute of Horticulture. He is a member of the BBC's Central Agricultural Advisory Committee and has appeared on "Gardener's World".
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This book investigates the practical methodologies required for the successful cultivation of various fruit trees within the constraints of a home garden. The author, Bonham Bazeley, leverages his extensive professional background as a former managing director of Highfield Nurseries and his status as a Fellow of the Royal Horticultural Society to provide authoritative guidance. He addresses the growing interest in home-grown produce, driven by both space limitations and concerns regarding commercial chemical usage, by offering a comprehensive manual for amateur gardeners.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Techniques for training fruit trees in limited garden spaces
- Cultivation advice for traditional fruit varieties alongside exotic options like apricots, medlars, figs, and peaches
- Guidance on managing fruit trees without reliance on heavy chemical sprays
- Expert insights into selecting and maintaining hardy plant varieties suitable for amateur growers
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
The text provides a grounded and technically sound approach to fruit cultivation, reflecting the author's deep professional expertise in nursery management and horticultural practice. Its focus on accessible techniques for the home gardener makes it a reliable resource for those seeking to transition from commercial produce to personal cultivation.
Page Count:
160
Publication Date:
1990-02-05
Publisher:
HarperCollins Publishers
ISBN-10:
0004113365
ISBN-13:
9780004113364
Agriculture
Horticulture
Self Sufficiency
Great Britain
Gardening
Shrubs & trees
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