Introductory Horticulture
eBook - PDF

Introductory Horticulture

  1. English
  2. PDF
  3. Available on iOS & Android
eBook - PDF

Introductory Horticulture

About this book

Providing the most up-to-date coverage of basic principles and methods of practical application, INTRODUCTORY HORTICULTURE, 9e, offers many avenues to explore the horticulture field and remain on the cutting-edge of the industry. Extremely student friendly, the text fully engages you within the learning experience through vivid imagery, a variety of activities, step-by-step procedures, and additional resources encouraging further exploration. The Ninth Edition emphasizes organic and sustainable farming methods, introduces new and emerging technology, and focuses on organizations and career development paths relevant to budding horticulturists. Through extensive full-color visuals, current information, and engaging activities, this all-new edition ensures success within a horticulture course - and well beyond.

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Table of contents

  1. Cover
  2. Contents
  3. Preface
  4. About the Authors
  5. Acknowledgments
  6. Section 1: Horticulture: An Introduction
  7. Section 2: Plant Science
  8. Section 3: Plant Propagation
  9. Section 4: Greenhouse Management and Crops
  10. Section 5: Integrated Pest Management
  11. Section 6: Container-Grown Plants
  12. Section 7: Using Plants in the Landscape
  13. Section 8: Sustainable Strategies for Lawn and Turfgrass Establishment and Maintenance
  14. Section 9: The Vegetable Garden
  15. Section 10: The Small Fruit Garden and Nut Crops
  16. Section 11: Holiday Crafts and Floral Designs
  17. Section 12: Business Operations
  18. Appendix A: Scientific and Common Names
  19. Appendix B: Professional, Educational, and Trade Organizations for Horticulture and Related Areas
  20. Appendix C: Tools of the Trade
  21. Appendix D: Deer-Resistant Plants
  22. Glossary/Glosario
  23. Index