Applied Principles Of Horticultural Science

Author : Laurie Brown
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 340 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2007-06-07
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781136429712

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At last - a book of practical work designed specifically for horticulture students. Applied Principles of Horticultural Science includes over 70 practical exercises, presented in a way that makes students think for themselves, and supported by concise summaries of the underpinning knowledge to facilitate student-centred learning. Clear step-by-step instructions make practical work accessible to students of all abilities. Written for National Diploma students, this book also provides the firm grounding in the practical application of horticultural science needed for HND and first year degree courses. Applied Principles of Horticultural Science is a core text for horticulture students, complementing Principles of Horticulture by Adams, Bamford and Early. This second edition includes questions and answers at the end of every chapter to aid self study, and provides a greater variation of case studies to make this book a relevant and useful reference and work book for students.

Author : L. V. Brown
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 332 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 9780750687027

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Resource added for the Landscape Horticulture Technician program 100014.

Author : Edward Francis Durner
Publisher : CABI
Page : 413 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2013
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781780643069

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Principles of Horticultural Physiology by Edward Francis Durner Pdf

Garden visitation has been a tourism motivator for many years and can now be enjoyed in many different forms. Private garden visiting, historical garden tourism, urban gardens, and a myriad of festivals, shows and events all allow the green-fingered enthusiast to appreciate the natural world. This book traces the history of garden visitation and examines tourist motivations to visit gardens. Useful for garden managers and tourism students as well as casual readers, it also examines management and marketing of gardens for tourism purposes, before concluding with a detailed look at the form and tourism-based role of gardens in the future.

Author : C.R. Adams,K.M. Bamford,M.P. Early
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 215 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2013-10-22
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781483141848

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Principles of Horticulture by C.R. Adams,K.M. Bamford,M.P. Early Pdf

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.

Author : George Acquaah
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 840 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : Science
ISBN : WISC:89075842013

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Horticulture by George Acquaah Pdf

For Introduction to Horticulture, Introduction to Plant Science, and Principles of Crop Production courses at the undergraduate level. Written from the point of view of the horticulturalist, this comprehensive introduction to horticulture as a science, art, and business explores the four general areas of horticulture ornamental horticulture, fruit culture, vegetable culture, and landscape architecture and covers all the essential principles and practices of horticulture pertaining to indoor and outdoor production. The emphasis throughout is on the underlying science including current technology and how it is applied in practical horticulture.

Author : C R Adams
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 405 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2012-09-10
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781136074530

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Principles of Horticulture by C R Adams Pdf

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.

Author : J. Auxcilia
Publisher : New India Publishing Agency
Page : 4 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2021-05-20
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789389571998

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Horticulture: Principles And Practices by J. Auxcilia Pdf

This book is a meticulous presentation of fundamental principles of Horticulture and it gradually transcends and culminates to advanced technologies. It will be a ready reckoner, which will be useful to provide ready tips to any undergraduate faculty. Chapter 1 to chapter 4 give a broad description of fundamentals in horticultural sciences and the institutes involved in furthering the interest of horticulture. Chapters 5 to chapter 14 explainab out the tools, inputs and techniques used in crop management. Chapters 16 to chapter 19 deal with use of growth regulators, protected cultivation, good agricultural practices and organic horticulture. With the increase in pollution, people are keen to produce their own vegetables and chapter 20 focuses on that need of people. Chapter 21 provides an insight to applied biotechnology related to horticulture viz., micro propagation and genetic engineering. The chapters 22 and 23 shed light on the scope of aesthetic aspects of horticulture. Horticulture therapy is a novel concept to deal with present day health issues and this is explained in chapter 24. Climate change and irresponsible human behavior has caused stress conditions for crop growth and it is adequately dealt in chapter 25. It is estimated that at least 20 - 30 % of the horticulture produce is wasted as post-harvest loss and hence chapter 26 and 27 are designed to provide post-harvest handling and value addition.

Author : Charles Adams,Mike Early,Jane Brook,Katherine Bamford
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 708 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2014-08-07
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781317937760

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Principles of Horticulture: Level 2 by Charles Adams,Mike Early,Jane Brook,Katherine Bamford Pdf

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.

Author : Charles R. Adams,Michael P. Early,Katherine M. Bamford
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 416 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 9780750686945

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Principles of Horticulture by Charles R. Adams,Michael P. Early,Katherine M. Bamford Pdf

'Principles of Horticulture' has been the leading introduction to commercial and leisure horticulture for fourteen years. The content has been structured to meet the needs of a wide range of courses.

Author : Charles Adams,Mike Early,Jane Brook,Katherine Bamford
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 290 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2015-03-24
Category : Study Aids
ISBN : 9781317937807

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Principles of Horticulture: Level 3 by Charles Adams,Mike Early,Jane Brook,Katherine Bamford Pdf

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. Available at www.routledge.com/cw/adams

Author : Dennis R. Decoteau
Publisher : Prentice Hall
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Botany
ISBN : 0130163015

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Principles of Plant Science by Dennis R. Decoteau Pdf

"Principles of Plant Science: Environmental Factors and Technology in Growing Plants" is a unique text ideally suited for use in any introductory Plant Science or Horticulture course as well as courses in Plant Growth and Development or introductory Applied Plant Physiology. An overview of the plant sciences--including the role of plants in the development of societies, industries, and science--provides essential background information and an emphasis on non-forest agricultural crops in chapters 1 through 4. A primer on plant growth and development (chapters 5 through 8) follows, with coverage of photosynthesis and respiration, plant hormones, and ecology. The influence of the environment on agricultural plant production constitutes the remainder of the material (Chapters 9 through 20) and is the primary emphasis of the text. This emphasis on the scientific principles associated with effects of environmental factors on plant development is designed to also equip readers to better understand current and emerging technologies that modify the environment for improving plant production.

Author : Charles R. Adams,Katherine M. Bamford,Michael P. Early
Publisher : Butterworth-Heinemann
Page : 236 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 1998
Category : Gardening
ISBN : WISC:89065102337

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Principles of Horticulture by Charles R. Adams,Katherine M. Bamford,Michael P. Early Pdf

Principles of Horticulture provides a comprehensive guide to the scientific rules determining the successful growing of plants. This valuable book covers the commercial cultivation of flowers, fruits and vegetables, landscape plantings and the individual garden. Unlike most horticultural texts, the level is suitable for a broad range of readers. The authors have a highly readable style and only a basic scientific education is assumed. The content has also been structured to meet the needs of a wide range of courses, specifically for the Royal Horticultural Society General Examination, the National Certificate in Horticulture, the BTEC National Diploma and the GNVQ Land & Environment. It also supports plant science and related modules for A-level Biology, and provides an introduction for HNC/D students. The new case studies will further enhance the usefulness of this book in independent study and as a college text. Previous edition was in The Times Christmas Books Gardening top 10 The leading introduction to the principles of commercial and leisure horticulture for 14 years Suitable for gardening enthusiasts and vocational students

Author : John Lindley
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 394 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 1852
Category : Botany
ISBN : WISC:89037177599

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The Theory of Horticulture by John Lindley Pdf

Author : Jack E. Ingels
Publisher : Delmar
Page : 560 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 1985
Category : Gardening
ISBN : WISC:89011720133

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Ornamental Horticulture by Jack E. Ingels Pdf

Author : Joseph Hayward
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 340 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 1824
Category : Fruit-culture
ISBN : UCAL:$B71403

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The Science of Horticulture by Joseph Hayward Pdf