{"product_id":"9780719842368","title":"Orchards : Practical Orcharding For A Changing Planet by Margaret Lear","description":"How to create and manage an orchard of any size, without costing the Earth. Whether you are a beginner or a practised orchardist, this book contains everything you need to know about how, when and why practical tasks should be carried out to establish a productive orchard, vibrant with wildlife. Whereas traditional orcharding has often focussed solely on productivity, the authors encourage a more sustainable approach, with consideration to wider habitats and the changing climate. Coverage includes: Choosing the best sites and fruit varieties, The importance of pollinators, predators and biodiversity, All about restricted forms - espaliers, stepovers, cordons and fans, Getting pruning right - and at the right time, Grafting explained, Orchard abundance - how not to be overwhelmed at harvest time, Managing fruit tree pests and diseases without toxic chemicals, Orchard lore and traditions\u003cbr\u003eBinding: Hardback","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56294950863221,"sku":"9780719842368","price":18.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9780719842368.jpg?v=1762766616","url":"https:\/\/backstory.london\/products\/9780719842368","provider":"Backstory","version":"1.0","type":"link"}