In the form of answers to questions from amateur gardeners, it tells about the development of the garden plot (how to fertilize and treat the soil, how many fruit trees and what varieties to plant; how to form fruit trees and shrubs, how to protect them from pests and diseases, etc.). The third edition is supplemented with new sections. Most of the answers are either re-written or reworked taking into account the achievements of science and best practice, as well as the wishes of readers. Designed for amateur gardeners of the central regions of the RSFSR.