Fig Culture by Gustavus A. Eisen and F. S. Earle
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"Fig Culture" by Gustavus A. Eisen and F. S. Earle is a scientific publication produced as a bulletin by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Division of Pomology, written in the late 19th century. The book provides an in-depth look at the cultivation, variety classification, and curing processes of edible figs, primarily focusing on the southern United States, including California and the Gulf States. Its content is geared towards horticulturists and those interested
in the agricultural aspects of fig production. The book consists of two main sections: the first is authored by Gustavus Eisen, and it covers the nature, structure, and propagation of the edible fig, particularly the species "Ficus carica" and its numerous varieties. Eisen explains the importance of factors such as soil type, climate, and techniques for drying and curing figs to achieve marketable products. The second part, authored by F. S. Earle, focuses on fig culture in the Gulf States, delving into propagation methods, soil and location preferences, cultivation, pest control, and the challenges of marketing fresh figs. Together, the authors provide a comprehensive guide for cultivating figs successfully, emphasizing best practices and practical advice for potential growers. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Eisen, Gustavus A., 1847-1940 |
|---|---|
| Author | Earle, F. S. (Franklin Sumner), 1856-1929 |
| LoC No. | agr09000330 |
| Title |
Fig Culture Edible Figs: Their Culture and Curing. Fig Culture in the Gulf States. |
| Credits |
Produced by MWS, ellinora and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 68.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | SB: Agriculture: Plant culture |
| Subject | Fig |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 53136 |
| Release Date | Sep 23, 2016 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 302 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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