"The Cranberry" by Bradley Fertilizer Company is a practical guide on the cultivation of cranberries, published in the late 19th century. This book serves as a resource for farmers interested in improving their cranberry-growing techniques and optimizing their yield through informed practices. It discusses various aspects of cranberry cultivation, likely reflecting the agricultural advancements and practices from that era. The content of the book covers a wide range of topics related to
cranberry cultivation, including the preparation of bogs, selection and planting of berry varieties, and the benefits of using specific fertilizers, particularly Bradley's Superphosphate. It details the processes of maintaining bog health, managing weed growth and pests, and best practices for harvesting and packing cranberries for market. Through practical suggestions and firsthand testimonials from cranberry growers, the book emphasizes the importance of quality cultivation methods in achieving high yields and maintaining fruit quality in a competitive market. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Reading Level
Reading ease score: 60.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
