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