The Fundamentals of Horticulture

The Fundamentals of Horticulture

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  • Author: Chris Bird
  • Publisher: Cambridge University Press
  • ISBN: 1107782546
  • Category : Science
  • Languages : en
  • Pages : 475

Essential reading for all studying horticulture and keen gardeners. This clear introduction to the principles underlying the practical applications of horticulture opens up the excitement of growing plants and garden development without readers wading through complex information. Written by a team of highly motivated and experienced horticultural tutors, the text supports the newly restructured RHS Level 2 qualifications with related Level 3 topics in boxes and signposting to Level 4 topics, together with other horticultural qualifications at these levels. Full colour images tied closely to the text and practical case study boxes inspire readers by making topics relevant to their own horticultural experiences. A comprehensive glossary helps build confidence in the use of classical horticulture language as well as new developing terms, and end-of-chapter questions encourage readers to apply what they have learnt. Extensive online supporting material includes mind maps showing the relationship of topics and aiding students in revision.


Fundamentals of Horticulture

Fundamentals of Horticulture

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Principles of Horticulture

Principles of Horticulture

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  • Author: C.R. Adams
  • Publisher: Elsevier
  • ISBN: 1483141845
  • Category : Science
  • Languages : en
  • Pages : 215

Principles of Horticulture, Second Edition covers the various topics concerning plant cultivation for agricultural use. The book is comprised of 17 chapters that tackle the various areas of concerns in horticulture. The coverage of the text includes the nurturing aspects of horticulture, including growth and development, genetics and breeding, and nutrition. The book also covers the various threats and problems encountered by horticulturists, such as pests, weeds, and harmful microorganisms. The text will be of great use to researchers and practitioners of plant-related fields, such as botany, agriculture, and particularly horticulture.


Principles of Horticulture: Level 2

Principles of Horticulture: Level 2

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  • Author: Charles Adams
  • Publisher: Routledge
  • ISBN: 1317937767
  • Category : Business & Economics
  • Languages : en
  • Pages : 708

This colourful guide will introduce you to the fundamentals of horticulture, whether you are taking a Level 2 RHS, City and Guilds or BTEC course, are a keen amateur or seasoned gardener. Written in a clear and accessible style, this book covers the principles that underpin growing plants for the garden and allotment; with reference to how these are tackled by professionals. With highlighted definitions, key points, and illustrated in full colour, this book will be a useful companion as you progress in the study and practice of horticulture.


Fundamentals Of Horticulture

Fundamentals Of Horticulture

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  • Author: Bhaskar Chandra Das
  • Publisher: New India Publishing Agency
  • ISBN: 9390175178
  • Category : Science
  • Languages : en
  • Pages : 4

This textbook 'Fundamentals of Horticulture' is written as per the syllabus of B.Sc. (Hons.) Horticulture recommended by the Fifth Deans' Committee of ICAR. It covers the entire syllabus including scope and importance, classification, role of fruits and vegetables in human nutrition, economic geography of horticulture, nursery techniques and their management, soil and climate, gardening, orchard management, planting system and density, training and pruning, growth regulators, management of water, weed and fertility; cropping systems, mulching, bearing habit, rejuvenation of orchards, and organic farming. Simple and lucid language has been used for easy understanding of the beginners. The book is illustrated with photographs and diagrams. Questions are set at the end of each chapter to assess the understanding of the students. Though the book is primarily written for B.Sc. (Hons.) Horticulture students, the counterparts of B.Sc. (Hons.) Agriculture also may be benefitted. It may serve as a help book for post-graduate students.


Principles of Horticulture: Level 3

Principles of Horticulture: Level 3

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  • Author: Charles Adams
  • Publisher: Routledge
  • ISBN: 1317937791
  • Category : Business & Economics
  • Languages : en
  • Pages : 690

This colourful guide will explain the fundamentals of growing plants, whether you are taking a Level 3 RHS, City and Guilds or Edexcel course, are a grower or gardener in the industry, or are just a keen amateur. Written in a clear and accessible style, this book covers the principles that underpin plant production, the use of growing media and crop protection, but with reference also to the same practices in the garden or allotment. With highlighted definitions, key points, and illustrated in full colour, this book will be a useful companion as you progress in the study and practice of horticulture. Complete with a companion website which includes extended horticultural information, questions and exercises to test your knowledge, syllabus cross-referencing and downloadable tutor and student support materials.


Fundamentals of Ornamentals Horticulture and Landscape Gardening

Fundamentals of Ornamentals Horticulture and Landscape Gardening

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  • Author: Ajai Kumar Tiwari
  • Publisher: New India Publishing Agency
  • ISBN: 9789381450079
  • Category : Gardening
  • Languages : en
  • Pages : 590

Ornamental Horticulture is a branch of Horticulture which deals with commercial growing of flowers ornamental plants and beautification of surroundings. This subject assumes great importance in improving total environment and checks visual pollution by way of beautification. The flowers have been eulogised by poets and artists for generations not merely for their ornamental properties but for their versatile curative properties. The Study of ornamental horticulture comprises of two parts i.e. the knowledge of growing of plants like annuals, shrubs, climber, trees, bulbous, succulents and cactus, shade loving plants, lawn etc. and their use in beautification programme. The information on above aspect is scattered in different book and a great difficulty was being felt by students, landscapers and scientist. In this context, a need of simple book on introduction, cultivation and management of ornamental plants is highly demanded by student of Horticulture and florists of India. This book describes in details collection identification, propagation, cultivation, nutritional & weed management, plant and flowers senescence management etc., of annuals, herbs, shrubs, climbers and ornamental trees. Since, beautification involves the principles of art and gardening styles. Therefore, bio aesthetic planning, basics of landscaping and flowers arrangement have also been discussed in details. Special care has been taken to present the subject matter in a simple and lucid style. Book further includes recent available information. The illustrations have been drawn from own specimens with photographs.


Introductory Horticulture

Introductory Horticulture

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  • Author: H. Edward Reiley
  • Publisher:
  • ISBN: 9780442269463
  • Category : Horticulture
  • Languages : en
  • Pages : 559

This competency-based, introductory horticulture book is now in its sixth edition. Written in an easy-to-read, engaging style, it enables users to measure their progress. This book includes numerous illustrations to help reinforce written material. It provides a thorough introduction to the world of horticulture. This latest edition includes new chapters on water gardens, dish gardens, and prairie gardens for the more adventuresome gardener.


Textbook On Horticulture

Textbook On Horticulture

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  • Author: Rajaneesh Singh
  • Publisher: New India Publishing Agency
  • ISBN: 9389571774
  • Category : Science
  • Languages : en
  • Pages : 4

The book is primarily meant for the students of graduate and postgraduate in the field of horticulture of all agricultural universities in India and neighbouring countries. The information included in this book is considered to be of utmost value to student of horticulture fruit & vegetable growers, nursery man, gardeners, subject matter specialist and other person’s engaged in the field of horticulture. In this edition Authors shared their personal experience on horticultural crops acquired during their teaching.


Introduction to Horticulture

Introduction to Horticulture

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  • Author: N. Kumar
  • Publisher:
  • ISBN: 9788120417540
  • Category : Horticulture
  • Languages : en
  • Pages : 440