Dwarf fruit trees

A practical manual on producing, training, and caring for smaller-than-normal fruit trees, presenting methods of dwarfing (especially grafting on slow-growing rootstocks), pruning, and a range of training forms such as espaliers, cordons, pyramids, and bush types. It covers propagation techniques, seasonal and general management, container culture, and garden design for integrating fruit into limited spaces. Separate chapters treat apples, pears, peaches, plums, and small fruits, while weighing advantages and disadvantages for amateur and small-scale growers. Numerous illustrations accompany step-by-step guidance and recommendations for maintaining quality fruit in compact plantings.