Pear growing in the Pacific Coast states.

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Describes pear varieties of the Pacific Coast states, and how to grow them.

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30 p. : ill., maps ; 23 cm.

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Magness, J. R. (John Robert), 1894- June 1957.

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Describes pear varieties of the Pacific Coast states, and how to grow them.

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30 p. : ill., maps ; 23 cm.

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Previous edition was prepared by C. F. Kinman and J. R. Magness.

Includes bibliographical references.

Contents: Climatic requirements of pears -- Soils for pears -- Pear-growing areas -- Sites for pear orchards -- Stocks used in propagating pear trees -- Orchard culture and cover crops -- Fertilization -- Irrigation -- Pollination -- Pruning --Fruit thinning -- Use of hormone sprays to prevent fruit drop -- Pear handling and storage -- Insects and diseases -- Principal pear varieties in the Pacific Coast States -- Minor varieties -- Future of pear growing in the Pacific Coast States.

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  • June 1957

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  • Aug. 17, 2009, 11:38 a.m.

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Magness, J. R. (John Robert), 1894-. Pear growing in the Pacific Coast states., book, June 1957; Washington D.C.. (https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc9512/: accessed March 28, 2024), University of North Texas Libraries, UNT Digital Library, https://digital.library.unt.edu; crediting UNT Libraries Government Documents Department.

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