HORT171 — Fruit Production
An overview of fruit crops suitable for central Maryland including native fruits. Topics include proper site selection, soils, choice of varieties, pruning, cultivation, fertilization, control of common pests and diseases, and harvesting of fruit crops including native fruits, as well as economic considerations and future trends. Labs include practical hands-on experience in the classroom and the field. Four Saturday field trips required. One hour lecture, two hours laboratory each week. 2 semester hours Course