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Third Edition
By
Laurie Brown
Description
Applied Principles of Horticultural Science is that critical thing for all students of horticulture - a book that teaches the theory of
horticultural science through the practice of horticulture itelf.
The book is divided into three sections - Plant science, Soil science,
Pest and disease. Each section contains a number of chapters relating to a major principle of applied horticulture. Each chapter starts
with a key point summary and introduces the underpinning knowledge which is then reinforced by exercises. The book contains over 70 practical
exercises, presented in a way that makes students think for themselves. Answers to the exercises are given at the end of chapters. Clear
step-by-step instructions make practical work accessible to students of all abilities.
This new third edition provides an even wider
sweep of case studies to make this book an essential practical workbook for horticulture students and gardners alike. Updated material
fits with the latest RHS, City and Guilds and Edexcel syllabus. It is particularly suitable for the RHS Certificate, Advanced Certificate
and Edexcel Diplomas as well as for those undertaking NPTC National, Advanced National courses and Horticulture NVQs at levels 2 and
3, together with the new Diploma in Environmental and Land-based studies.
Laurie Brown is a horticultural scientist and educator.
He is Director of Academex, a consultancy company aspiring to excellence in teaching and learning. Laurie previously worked with the
Standards Unit on the design of exemplary teaching resources in the land-based sector.
Audience
Students of horticulture. Professional horticulturalists. Interested amateur gardeners looking to further their skills and knowledge without necessarily taking a qualification.
Contents
About the author
Preface
Acknowledgements
Part One: Plant Science
1. Plant kingdom:classification
and nomenclature
2. Seed propagation (viability and vigour)
3. Propagation
4. Weed-biology and control
5. The leaf and photosynthesis
6. Respiration and storage
7. Plant water
8. Water transportation pathways and processes
9. Flower structure
Part Two: Soil
Science
10. Soil formation and texture
11. Soil structure and profiles
12. Soil water
13. Measuring soil pH
14. Raising soil
pH
15. Lowering soil pH (increasing soil acidity)
16. Soil organisms and composting
17. Soil organic matter
18. Plant nutrition
19. Fertilizers
Part Three: Pest and Disease
20. Fungi
21. Insects and mites
22. Nematodes
23. Biological control
Index
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Paperback, 344 pages, publication date: AUG-2008
ISBN-13: 978-0-7506-8702-7
Imprint: BUTTERWORTH HEINEMANN
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