This vintage book is a beginners' guide to growing trees and fruits in dry areas, with information on common problems, different types of trees, tools and equipment, and many other related aspects. Written in plain language and packed full of useful tips, this volume constitutes a must-read for novice fruit growers, and would make for a fantastic addition to collections of agricultural literature. Contents include: "Can Trees and Fruits be Grown", "What should be Sought in Trees", "What should be Sought in Fruits", "Trees Suitable for Dry Areas", "Fruits Suitable for Dry Areas", "Making Ready for Planting", "Planting and Caring for Trees", etc. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly rare and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on growing fruit.