Fruit Culture And The Laying Out And Management Of A Country Home (1885)

Fruit Culture And The Laying Out And Management Of A Country Home is a book written by William Chamberlain Strong and originally published in 1885. The book is a comprehensive guide to creating and managing a country home, with a focus on fruit cultivation. It covers a wide range of topics, including selecting a site for a home, designing and laying out the property, planting and caring for fruit trees, and managing the garden and orchard. The book is divided into three sections. The first section focuses on the design and layout of a country home, including the selection of a site, the construction of buildings, and the arrangement of gardens and orchards. The second section covers the cultivation of fruit trees, including the selection of varieties, planting and care, and the prevention and treatment of diseases and pests. The final section provides practical advice for managing a garden and orchard, including soil preparation, irrigation, pruning, and harvesting.Fruit Culture And The Laying Out And Management Of A Country Home is a valuable resource for anyone interested in creating and maintaining a beautiful and productive country home. It is written in a clear and accessible style, and is richly illustrated with detailed diagrams and photographs. The book is a testament to the enduring importance of fruit cultivation and the joys of country living.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.