Principles of Horticulture
by:
C. R. Adams - K. M. Bamford - M. P. Early
ISBN:
0080969577
ISBN 13:
9780080969572
Principles of Horticulture
by
C. R. Adams - K. M. Bamford - M. P. Early
A guide that introduces you to the fundamentals of horticulture, whether you are taking an RHS course, are a keen amateur or seasoned gardener. It explains the principles that underlie the cultivation of flowers, fruits, vegetables, turf and ornamental planting in the outdoors and in protected culture.
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Complete description
This colourful guide will introduce you to the fundamentals of horticulture, whether you are taking an RHS course, are a keen amateur or seasoned gardener. Written in a clear and accessible style, this book explains the principles that underlie the cultivation of flowers, fruits, vegetables, turf and ornamental planting in the outdoors and in protected culture. It has a wide breadth of coverage, from the subject's more commercial aspects, through to matters of the garden and allotment, with the latest information on conservation, practical propagation techniques, and garden design. With highlighted definitions and key points, and illustrated in full colour, this book will be a useful companion as you progress in the study and practice of horticulture. It offers the latest developments in the field explained by leading experts. It includes updates in line with the new RHS specifications and other qualifications. It provides model questions and exercises throughout to test your knowledge.
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General info
Publisher & Imprint:
Butterworth-Heinemann Ltd
Edition details
6th Revised edition
City:
Oxford
Edition:
REV
Pages:
408
More info:
height 275 mm
width 216 mm
weight 1156 gr
thickness 23 mm
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Age recommended:
College/higher education
Subject Indexing & Classification
Dewey:(DC22) 635
Departments:
Agriculture & related industries; Horticulture;
Record updated at:
18 June, 2013
time:
01:41
Summary
Principles of Horticulture
Preface 1. Horticulture in Context 2. Climate and Microclimate 3. Classification and naming 4. Plant Cells and Tissues 5. External Characteristics of the Plant 6. Plant Reproduction 7. Plant Growth 8. Transport in the Plant 9. Pollination and Fertilization 10. Plant Development 11. Plant Propagation 12. Weeds and Other Wild Plants 13. Horticultural pests 14. Horticultural Diseases and Disorders 15. Plant Protection 16. Physical Properties of Soil 17. Soil Organic Matter 18. Soil Water 19. Soil PH 20. Plant Nutrition 21. Alternatives to Growing in Soil Index
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