Dwarf fruit trees : Their propagation, pruning, and general management,…
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"Dwarf Fruit Trees: Their Propagation, Pruning, and General Management" by F. A. Waugh is a horticultural guide written in the early 20th century. The book focuses on techniques for growing and managing dwarf trees suitable for amateurs and urban gardeners, emphasizing their benefits, care, and cultivation techniques in smaller spaces. It provides valuable insight into the principles of propagation, pruning, and specific management practices that cater to the needs of home gardeners.
The beginning of the text introduces the concept of dwarf fruit trees and their advantages compared to standard varieties, particularly in urban and suburban gardens. Waugh highlights the shift towards horticulture as a meaningful avocation, noting that many individuals today grow fruit primarily for enjoyment rather than commercial purposes. The text elaborates on the classification of dwarf trees and the methods used to control their growth, hinting at discussions about their propagation, essential pruning techniques, and the various forms of dwarf trees that can flourish in home gardens. This early portion sets the stage for a thorough exploration of dwarf fruit trees, promising practical advice beneficial for both casual gardeners and those with an enthusiastic interest in fruit cultivation. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Waugh, F. A. (Frank Albert), 1869-1943 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 06029067 |
| Title | Dwarf fruit trees : Their propagation, pruning, and general management, adapted to the United States and Canada |
| Contents | Preface -- General considerations -- Advantages and disadvantages -- Propagation -- Pruning -- Special forms -- General management -- Dwarf apples -- Dwarf pears -- Dwarf peaches -- Dwarf plums -- Bush fruits -- Fruit trees in pots -- Personalia. |
| Credits |
Produced by David Garcia, Cathy Maxam, Marilynda Fraser-Cunliffe and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 68.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | SB: Agriculture: Plant culture |
| Subject | Fruit-culture |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 38024 |
| Release Date | Nov 15, 2011 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 457 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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