The Biology of HORTICULTURE – An introductory textbook

Inbunden bok. John Wiley & Sons. 2 uppl. 2004. 514 sidor.

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This comprehensive book provides a thorough scientific foundation on the growth and care of plants common to all horticultural commodities. Continuing in the tradition of the first edition, it incorporates the principles behind the techniques described in other ''how-to'' horticulture texts.
• By providing readers with a thorough grounding in the science of horticulture, it successfully prepares them for more specialized studies in nursery management, floriculture, landscaping, vegetable and fruit science.

• PART I: HORTICULTURAL BIOLOGY. 1. Introduction. 2. Plant Classification. 3. Plant Structure. 4. Plant Genotype.
• PART II: THE AMBIENT ENVIRONMENT. 5. Light. 6. Temperature.
• PART III: THE RHIZOSPHERE (ROOT ZONE). 7. Water. 8. Soils and Soil Management. 9. Mineral Nutrition. 10. Mulches.
• PART IV: PLANT GROWTH SUBSTANCES. 11. Plant Hormones. 12. Chemical Control of Plant Growth.
• PART V: HORTICULTURAL PRACTICES. 13. Pruning. 14. Plant Propagation. 15. Postharvest Handling
• PART VI: PLANT PROBLEMS. 16. Plant Pests and Other Problems. Appendix. Glossary. Index.

"The Biology of Horticulture explains the scientific principals that lie behind the successful growing and caring for plants. The authors have covered a wide range of useful topics (e.g. Horticultural Biology, The Ambient Environment, Mineral Nutrition, Horticultural Practices and many other important areas). In so doing, the book provides a useful text both for horticultural professionals and to undergraduate and postgraduate students alike. The book is illustrated with useful diagrams and pictures throughout and each chapter has references indicating further useful sources of information. This is one of the most important and helpful books I have bought towards achieving my goal, of a career in horticulture."

"This book is by no means basic as the subtitle "an introductory textbook" states. In fact, this is one of the most detailed, and comprehensive books available on the subject. Covering everything from total plant anatomy all the way to pathology, nutrition, propagation, and beyond, it is an invaluable resource for any hort or botany student. Hobbyists will also find this book invaluably enlightening, as it can help them answer common questions such as why leaves on tomato plants are turning yellow."

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