Homegrown Fruit: A Practical Guide is your comprehensive, fruit growing manual.

NOTE: this will be sent when in stock on the 1st October. See other options for pick up at our release event on the 28th Sept.

Kath and Jason take you step by step to create a naturally, healthy orchard that thrives with minimal effort. You’ll learn how to choose the right varieties, plan a productive layout, build a living soil, assess tree health, and confidently prune, train, and care for your trees year-round. Real-world examples, sample plans and down-to-earth advice provide simple, practical solutions for gardens of every shape, size and climate.

This inspiring, accessible book is perfect for beginners setting up a new orchard, busy people who want homegrown fruit without the fuss, and seasoned growers seeking deeper knowledge.

Kath and Jason have over 25 years experience designing and managing home orchards in a diversity of environments across Aotearoa. The book's focus is on creating a healthy setup and choosing well suited varieties. From this solid foundation fruit trees flourish, care is easy, there's a lot less pests and disease and
most importantly, growing is fun!

Paperback. 190 x 240 mm. 215 pages. Printed in Aotearoa on FSC certified stock.

"A book for those who love growing their own fruit, or who want to learn how to do it or do it better – no matter your garden size. It covers it all – where to start, what to look for, what is suitable for your area, how to prep, how to look after and train – you name it, it is in here. A must have and a keeper." Fiona Eadie, author of 100 Best Native Plants for New Zealand Gardens