Backyard Orchard 101: Plant Apples, Pears and Stone Fruit for Home Use and Extra Income (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9798243229852)

Backyard Orchard 101 is a beginner-friendly guide to planting and managing fruit trees for home use and small-scale income. Designed for gardeners, homesteaders and first-time orchardists, it focuses on reliable methods that work in real backyard conditions.

Inside this book, you'll learn how to:

• Choose apple, pear and stone fruit varieties suited to your climate

• Prepare soil and planting sites for long-term tree health

• Space and plant trees correctly on small properties

• Train young trees for strength, airflow and light

• Prune fruit trees safely and confidently

• Reduce pest and disease pressure through management

• Time harvests for best flavour and storage

• Use surplus fruit for fresh sales or preservation

• Avoid common orchard mistakes made by beginners

Whether you want fresh fruit for your family or a productive backyard asset, this book provides clear, practical guidance to get your orchard started the right way.