<p><strong>Winner of the American Horticulture Society Book Award</strong></p><p><strong>"Phillip¿s first-hand knowledge anchors this innovative and highly readable book in practical wisdom that both beginner and long-time fruit growers will find invaluable."</strong><strong>¿Toby Hemenway, author of <em>Gaia¿s Garden</em></strong></p><p>Many people want to grow fruit on a small scale but lack the insight to be successful orchardists. As <em>The Holistic Orchard</em> illustrates, growing tree fruits and berries is something virtually anyone can do. A holistic grower knows that producing fruit is not about manipulating nature but more importantly, fostering nature.</p><p><strong><em>The Holistic Orchard</em> demystifies the basic skills everybody should know about the orchard ecosystem, focusing on:</strong></p><ul><li>Orchard design</li><li>Soil biology</li><li>Organic health management</li><li>Grafting</li><li>Planting</li><li>Pruning</li><li>Choosing the right varieties for your clim