Home Orchard, Second Edition is the comprehensive, research-backed guide for backyard orchardists. Significantly expanded from the first edition, this essential resource covers temperate fruit and nut trees from site selection through harvest. Learn variety selection, orchard design, irrigation systems, pruning techniques, and advanced grafting methods. Features expanded integrated pest management guidance, troubleshooting chapters, and updated practices reflecting nearly two decades of University of California research. Everything you need for productive, sustainable home fruit growing.