Table of Contents
Foreword
Introduction
Chapter One—Orchard Ecosystem
Forest Edge Ecology
Working with Orchard Biology
Holistic Health
Chapter Two—Orchard Design
A Reasonable Life
Tree Practicalities
Permaculture Principles
The Buzz on Biodiversity
Chapter Three—Orchard Horticulture
Choice of Variety
Rootstock
Grafting
Planting Care
Soil Fertility
Tree Doings
Pruning Overview
Pollination
Thinning the Crop
Chapter Four—Orchard Dynamics
Organic Health Management
Bugs and more Bugs
Holistic Approach to Disease
Deer and other Uninvited Guests
Gearing Up
Chapter Five—Pome Fruits
Apples
Pears
Asian pears
Quince
Chapter Six—Stone Fruits
Cherries
Peaches
Nectarines
Apricots
Plums
Chapter Seven—Berries
Bramble
Bush
Shrub
Chapter Eight—The Orchard Year
Holistic Compendium
Parting Words
Appendices
Glossary
Home Orchard Resources
Fruit Websites
Recommended Books
Grower Networks
Bibliography
Index
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