Physiology of Temperate Zone Fruit Trees - Tapa blanda

Little is known about the various physiological functions of temperate zone fruit trees. This book details the present knowledge on the major physiological processes of temperate zone fruit trees - photosynthesis, nutrition, growth, pruning effects and cold tolerance. The fruit production point of view is emphasized throughout and new theories presented on control of tree size, control of flower formation and water use of the fruit tree. The text is aimed at pomologists, horticulturists and fruit growers.