Excerpt from A Single Limb on a Tree in His Father's Orchard Will Carry This Boy Through College
For over 20 years Stark Delicious has been the most talked about and most profitable American apple - and it is just now at the peak of its popularity. Its introduction marked the passing of poor quality varieties in this co.untry,-a:nd changed the entire scheme of apple producing and selling.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book presents a comprehensive history of Stark Bros Nurseries, one of the oldest businesses in America, recounting their contributions to the domain of fruit tree cultivation. It underscores the author's travels across various nurseries and experimental tree farms and the pivotal role scientific research played in his work. The text offers in-depth analyses of the distinct varieties of fruit trees, their specific attributes, and cultivation requirements. The author posits that tree quality can be optimized through selective breeding and propagation techniques. He thereby advocates for the utilization of 'whole-root' trees grown from seedlings, positing that this allows the root system to develop fully, promoting tree health and productivity. The author chronicles the evolution of popular apple varieties such as the Stark Delicious, Golden Delicious, and 'Starking', highlighting the significance of bud sports in the development of new cultivars. He also emphasizes the company's dedication to cultivating disease-resistant trees and shares insights on combating tree pests. Overall, this book provides valuable insights into the world of fruit tree cultivation, emphasizing the significance of scientific research and selective breeding in improving tree quality and yield. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9780656320936_0
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