Voćarstvo

Krešimir Petranović’s Voćarstvo brings together knowledge of fruit species and varieties with practical orchard management. It is intended for readers wishing to understand fruit trees and gain an overview of the work involved in planting, growing and maintaining them.

The species section covers pome, stone and southern fruits. The general section examines growing conditions, soil preparation and cultivation, orchard layout, planting distances and planting itself. It also addresses work in neglected orchards, making the book relevant to owners of established plantings.

Particular attention is given to pruning, crown training, rootstock selection and grafting. Tree structure, nutrition and fertilisation are discussed alongside soil fertility, irrigation, drainage and drought protection. Further topics include tree protection and measures against adverse natural conditions.

The book provides a broad introduction to fruit-growing practice, from selecting planting material to routine orchard care. As an older manual, it also records the methods and varieties of its period; recommendations concerning crop-protection products should be checked against current guidance.