This rare text comprises a comprehensive guide pertaining to fruit-picking, covering such topics as Ripening, Stems, Baskets, and Tools and Machines. Although dated, a vast amount the information contained herein is timeless, still proving extremely beneficial to those engaged in fruit-picking either in a commercial or leisurely capacity. Written by the master of horticulture, Liberty Hyde Bailey, this detailed guide is a wonderful addition to any horticultural library. Liberty Hyde Bailey was an American horticulturist and botanist who wrote extensively on the subjects. This scarce text is has been chosen for republication due to its educational value and is proudly republished now with an original biography of the author.