For decades fruit growers have sprayed their trees with toxic chemicals in an attempt to control a range of insect and fungal pests. Yet it is possible to grow apples responsibly, by applying the intuitive knowledge of our great-grandparents with the fruits of modern scientific research and innovation. Since The Apple Grower first appeared in 1998, orchardist Michael Phillips has continued his research with apples, which have been called "organic's final frontier." In this new edition of his widely acclaimed work, Phillips delves even deeper into the mysteries of growing good fruit with minimal inputs. Some of the cutting-edge topics he explores include: The use of kaolin clay as an effective strategy against curculio and borers, as well as its limitations Creating a diverse, healthy orchard ecosystem through understory management of plants, nutrients, and beneficial microorganisms How to make a small apple business viable by focusing on heritage and regional varieties, value-added products, and the "community orchard" model The author's personal voice and clear-eyed advice have already made The Apple Grower a classic among small-scale growers and home orchardists. In fact, anyone serious about succeeding with apples needs to have this updated edition on their bookshelf.

Presents one hundred different recipes for apple pie, and includes advice on baking apple pies, as well as information on apple varieties, and recipes for crusts.

“For all of us who cherish the apple, its utility, its flavors, and its powers of revelation and connection.” —Adrian Higgins, garden columnist, The Washington Post The apple is one of the most iconic fruits, traditionally picked on cool fall days and used in pies, crisps, ciders, and more. And there is a vast world of varieties that goes well beyond the common grocery store offerings. With names like American Beauty, Carter’s Blue, and Fallawater, and flavors ranging from sweet to tart, this treasure trove of unique apples is ripe for discovery. There is no better guide through this tasty world than Tom Burford, whose family has grown apples in the Blue Ridge Mountains since 1715. His celebratory book Apples of North America is brimming with beautiful portraits of heirloom and modern apples of merit, each accompanied by distinguishing characteristics and common uses. You will also find information on growing apples at home—with specifics on planting, pruning, grafting, and more—and instructions on how to preserve apples through pressing, fermenting, cooking, and drying.

"50 recipes plus crafts, apple varieties, and more"--Cover.

Mouth-Watering Apple Recipes The ultimate cookbook for America's Most popular fruit 85+ Delicious Apple Recipes crisp recipe apple cake apple sauce cake apple charlotte apple compote apple-orange compote apple dumplings apple fool apple float apple fritters apple jelly crab-apple jelly apple puddings apple -puff pudding apple custard puddings sago apple pudding dutch apple pudding apple meringue pudding boiled apple pudding apple and bread pudding birds'nest pudding apple melon pudding apple sago apple sauces apple cream apple soups apple sandwich apple snow apple omelet apple catsup apple toast apple filling apple custard apple pie irish apple pie mock apple pie green apple pie apple and peach pie apple and onion pie apple egg pie apple cream apple tarts apple roll apple butter apple souffle apple ginger apple leather apple shake baked apples butterscotch apples spiced baked apples buttered apples apple tansey stewed apples preserved apples apple-grape salad apple salad simple apple dessert and more ...