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APPLIED PRINCIPLES OF HORTICULTURAL SCIENCE
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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 contains 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. Updated in line with the latest RHS syllabus, this new third edition includes questions and answers at the end of every chapter to aid self study, and provides an even wider sweep of case studies to make this book an essential practical work book for horticulture students and gardeners alike.

Audience
Students of horticulture. Professional horticulturalists. Interested amateur gardeners looking to further their skills and knowledge without necessarily taking a qualification.

Contents
Preface; Plant anatomy; Growth and development; Water in the plant; Flowers and seeds; Soil morphology; Properties and processes of soil water; Soil organic matter; Fertilisers and nutrition; Common disorders and their causes; Nematodes and biological control; Index

Bibliographic & ordering Information
Paperback, ISBN-13: 978-0-7506-8702-7, 344 pages, publication date: AUG-2008
Imprint: BUTTERWORTH HEINEMANN
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USD 43.95
GBP 24.99

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Last update: 23 Jul 2008
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