Introduction to Horticultural Science
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Introduction to Horticultural Science

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eBook - PDF

Introduction to Horticultural Science

About this book

Ideal for any introductory course in horticulture science, the Second Edition of INTRODUCTION TO HORTICULTURAL SCIENCE covers everything you need to know in a comprehensive format that is easy to understand. With topics ranging from gene jockeying to flower arranging, this text provides you with a full appreciation of the wonderful world of horticultural science. Coverage includes critical topics such as fundamental concepts, cutting edge research, careers in horticulture, the relationship between horticulture and the environment, classification of plants, and plant anatomy. You are also introduced to key concepts such as plant propagation, media, nutrients and fertilizers, plants and the environment, plant growth regulators, post harvest physiology and pest management, greenhouse structures, nursery site selection, development and facilities, producing nursery crops, and floral design. Through enhanced visual aids and the inclusion of recent trends in the field, the second edition has been designed to peak your interest and improve your understanding.

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Table of contents

  1. Table of Contents
  2. Preface
  3. About the Author
  4. Ch 1: The Green Plant, What an Organism!
  5. Ch 2: Origin of Agriculture and the Domestication of Plants
  6. Ch 3: The Horticulture Industry: An Important Part of Agriculture and Available Careers
  7. Ch 4: The Relationship between Horticulture and the Environment
  8. Ch 5: Classification of Plants and Plant Anatomy
  9. Ch 6: Plant Propagation
  10. Ch 7: Media, Nutrients, and Fertilizers
  11. Ch 8: Plants and Their Environment
  12. Ch 9: Plant Growth Regulators
  13. Ch 10: Postharvest Physiology
  14. Ch 11: Pest Management
  15. Ch 12: Plant Biotechnology and Genetically Modified Organisms: An Overview
  16. Ch 13: Site Selection for Horticultural Operations
  17. Ch 14: Greenhouse Structures
  18. Ch 15: Growing Crops in the Greenhouse
  19. Ch 16: Nursery Crops-Development, Facilities, and Production
  20. Ch 17: Floral Design
  21. Ch 18: Interiorscaping
  22. Ch 19: Designing Landscapes
  23. Ch 20: Installing Landscapes
  24. Ch 21: Landscape Maintenance
  25. Ch 22: Warm and Cool Season Turfgrass Selection, Establishment, Care, and Maintenance
  26. Ch 23: Olericulture
  27. Ch 24: Pomology: Fruit and Nut Production
  28. Ch 25: Organic Agriculture
  29. Ch 26: Hydroponics
  30. Glossary
  31. Index