Author: Larry Southwick
Publisher: Storey Publishing
Published: 1981-01-01
Total Pages: 36
ISBN-13: 0882662090
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Since 1973, Storey's Country Wisdom Bulletins have offered practical, hands-on instructions designed to help readers master dozens of country living skills quickly and easily. There are now more than 170 titles in this series, and their remarkable popularity reflects the common desire of country and city dwellers alike to cultivate personal independence in everyday life.
Author: WJ Lewis
Publisher: Landlinks Press
Published: 2008-08-11
Total Pages: 110
ISBN-13: 0643098992
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Grafting and Budding: A Practical Guide for Fruit and Nut Plants and Ornamentals is an updated and expanded version of Grafting and Budding Fruit and Nut Trees and now includes the grafting of ornamental plants. It is a comprehensive and clearly written, practical guide to all of the grafting and budding techniques any professional or home gardener is likely to need. The book begins with a brief history of the subject, explains how grafting works and shows why it is now the preferred technique for propagating most commercial plants. It then describes the basics of budding, grafting and multi-grafting and presents step-by-step instructions for making the special cuts used in grafting and budding. Advice is also given on the selection of scion wood, the preparation of rootstocks and the after-care of grafted plants. The methods of budding and grafting are explained in fine detail, including T-budding, chip budding and patch budding, the splice graft, wedge graft, whip and tongue graft, side graft, bark graft and approach graft, the grafting of herbaceous plants and machine bench grafting. More than 60 sketches and photographs are included to help illustrate various aspects of the skill of grafting. New to this edition are sections covering the preferred methods of propagation for Australian natives such as eucalypts, banksias, hakeas and grevilleas; cacti; conifers; general deciduous ornamentals; black passionfruit; roses and tomatoes, making it an indispensable addition to any avid gardener’s bookshelf.
Author: Various
Publisher: Read Books Ltd
Published: 2011-11-15
Total Pages: 59
ISBN-13: 1447491017
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →This vintage book contains a general and accessible guide to budding, grafting and other aspects of fruit tree propagation. Complete with a wealth of useful information, handy tips, and useful tables, this volume will be of considerable utility to the modern gardener, and would make for a wonderful addition to collections of allied literature. The chapters of this book include: 'Introduction To Fruit Growing', 'General Points Concerning Fruit Tree Stocks', 'Influence Of Stock Propagation Method', 'Pedigreed Trees', 'For Stock Breeding', 'Uncongeniality', 'Budding Differs From Grafting', 'Uncongenial Grafts', 'Types Of Quince Stocks', 'Whole Vs. Piece Root Vs. Buds In Apple Propagation', etcetera. This antiquarian book is being republished now in an affordable, modern edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on fruit growing.
Author: Chuck A. Ingels
Publisher: UCANR Publications
Published: 2007
Total Pages: 212
ISBN-13: 1879906724
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Developed especially for use by backyard orchardists, rare fruit growers, and small-scale growers, The Home Orchard offers a comprehensive look at standard growing methods, as well as some innovative practices that enthusiasts have developed in recent years, some of which are uniquely suited to the small-scale grower. You will learn how trees grow, which species grow best in the different regions and soils, varieties from which to select, preparing the soil, planting, watering and fertilizing, pruning and grafting, thinning the fruit, diagnosing problems, controlling pests, and harvesting. You'll also find special attention given to organic and non-toxic pest management and fertilization methods. Key pests and diseases are identified and natural control methods are emphasized. Irrigation methods for the backyard grower are discussed and the difficult task of how often and how much water to apply is simplified. The focus is on giving the trees enough water but doing so in an efficient, water-saving manner. Included are hundreds of photographs and diagrams that clearly show how to produce the best crops. Photos of several practices, such as key budding and grafting methods, are depicted in step-by-step photos. No other publication provides this breadth and depth of coverage --