Apples of North America : A Celebration of Exceptional Varieties

“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. American Horticulture Society Award Winner The apple is one of the most iconic fruits, traditionally picked on cool fall days and used in pies, crisps, and ciders. And there is a vast world of varieties that goes beyond the common grocery store offerings of Red Delicious and Granny Smith. With names like American Beauty, Carters 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. The book is brimming with beautiful portraits of heirloom and modern apples of merit, each accompanied by distinguishing characteristics and common uses. As the view broadens to the orchard, you will find information on planting, pruning, grafting, and more. The exploration of the apple culminates with an overview of the fruits transformative capabilities when pressed, fermented, cooked, or dried.Beyond the polished and predictable grocery store display of Red Delicious and Granny Smith apples, a feastof beautiful and uniquely flavored North American varieties awaits the curious. The Book Is Brimming With Beautiful Portraits Of Heirloom And Modern Apples Of Merit, Each Accompanied By Distinguishing Characteristics And Common Uses. As The View Broadens To The Orchard, You Will Find Information On Planting, Pruning, Grafting, And More. The Exploration Of The Apple Culminates With An Overview Of The Fruit's Transformative Capabilities When Pressed, Fermented, Cooked, Or Dried. Apple Varieties A To Z -- The Orchard Primer -- Planning And Designing An Orchard -- Planting And Cultural Management -- Propagation -- Apple Products -- Recommended Uses Of Apple Varieties. Tom Burford. Includes Bibliographical References (p. 281-282) And Index. Cover......Page 1 APPLES of NORTH AMERICA......Page 2 Title......Page 4 Copyright......Page 5 Dedication......Page 6 Contents......Page 8 An Introduction and Brief History......Page 10 Part One: Apple Varieties A to Z......Page 16 Part Two: The Orchard Primer......Page 212 Planning and Designing an Orchard......Page 214 Planting and Cultural Management......Page 226 Propagation......Page 250 Apple Products......Page 262 RECOMMENDED USES OF APPLE VARIETIES......Page 279 BIBLIOGRAPHY......Page 282 HELPFUL CONVERSIONS......Page 284 PHOTOGRAPHY CREDITS......Page 285 ACKNOWLEDGMENTS......Page 286 INDEX......Page 287