The Fig: Its History, Culture, and Curing, With a Descriptive Catalogue of the Known Varieties of Figs (Classic Reprint)

Discover practical, time-tested guidance for growing and caring for fig trees that blends history with hands-on technique.This edition covers the science and craft of setting up a fig orchard, choosing the right sites, and shaping soil and roots for healthy growth. Learn step-by-step methods for digging and preparing planting holes, aligning rows with stakes, and handling roots to prevent drying and damage. The guidance emphasizes careful watering, soil management, and the importance of keeping roots moist while planting, so your trees establish and thrive from the start. How to plan an orchard, from spacing and alignment to stake placement and row direction. How to prepare holes that suit root length and spread, including when to choose square versus round shapes. Root trimming, moisture management, and methods to protect sap and vitality during planting. Considerations for irrigation and soil conditioning to encourage healthy root growth and steady establishment.Ideal for readers interested in practical horticulture, orchard setup, and the history and curing of figs. Read more