Principles of Horticulture: Level 3
Author:   Charles Adams (lecturer at the University of Hertfordshire, UK) ,  Mike Early (former lecturer at Oaklands College, St. Albans, UK) ,  Jane Brook (Lecturer in Plant Science at Middlesex University,UK and Capel Manor College,UK and a Royal Horticultural Society examiner) ,  Katherine Bamford (former lecturer at Oaklands College, St. Albans, UK)
Publisher:   Taylor & Francis Ltd
ISBN:  

9780415859097


Pages:   290
Publication Date:   17 September 2014
Format:   Paperback
Availability:   In Print   Availability explained
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This colourful guide will explain the fundamentals of growing plants, whether you are taking a Level 3 RHS, City and Guilds or Edexcel course, are a grower or gardener in the industry, or are just a keen amateur. Written in a clear and accessible style, this book covers the principles that underpin plant production, the use of growing media and crop protection, but with reference also to the same practices in the garden or allotment. With highlighted definitions, key points, and illustrated in full colour, this book will be a useful companion as you progress in the study and practice of horticulture. Complete with a companion website which includes extended horticultural information, questions and exercises to test your knowledge, syllabus cross-referencing and downloadable tutor and student support materials.

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Author:   Charles Adams (lecturer at the University of Hertfordshire, UK) ,  Mike Early (former lecturer at Oaklands College, St. Albans, UK) ,  Jane Brook (Lecturer in Plant Science at Middlesex University,UK and Capel Manor College,UK and a Royal Horticultural Society examiner) ,  Katherine Bamford (former lecturer at Oaklands College, St. Albans, UK)
Publisher:   Taylor & Francis Ltd
Imprint:   Routledge
Dimensions:   Width: 21.90cm , Height: 2.00cm , Length: 27.60cm
Weight:   0.940kg
ISBN:  

9780415859097


ISBN 10:   0415859093
Pages:   290
Publication Date:   17 September 2014
Audience:   College/higher education ,  College/higher education ,  Tertiary & Higher Education ,  Tertiary & Higher Education
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print   Availability explained
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Table of Contents

Preface 1. Horticulture in Context 2. Classification and Nomenclature 3. Cells and Tissues 4. Plant Reproduction 5. Plant Growth 6. Transport in Plants 7. Plant Development 8. Properties of Soils 9. Alternative Growing Media 10. Soil Water Management 11. Plant Nutrition 12. Soil Organic Matter 13. Weed Management 14. Pest Management 15. Disease Management 16. Plant Health Management

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Adams, Charles; Early, Mike; Brook, Jane; Bamford, Katherine

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