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- 9781405160636
About this product
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Wiley & Sons, Incorporated, John
ISBN-10
1405160632
ISBN-13
9781405160636
eBay Product ID (ePID)
63121603
Product Key Features
Number of Pages
368 Pages
Language
English
Publication Name
Science and the Garden : the Scientific Basis of Horticultural Practice
Publication Year
2008
Subject
Life Sciences / Horticulture
Features
Revised
Type
Textbook
Subject Area
Science
Format
Trade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height
0.7 in
Item Weight
28.1 Oz
Item Length
9.6 in
Item Width
7.4 in
Additional Product Features
Edition Number
2
Intended Audience
Scholarly & Professional
LCCN
2007-043768
Dewey Edition
22
Reviews
"A key book for those sitting their RHS examinations, but should also interest those gardeners interested in the science ... I guarantee you will learn quite a few things you never knew." ( The Professional Gardener , October 2008) "This book has wide application due to its wide scope and lack of highly technical language. Color photos, diagrams, and text boxes are very helpful, as is an extensive glossary." ( Southeastern Naturalist , Volume 7, Issue 3)
Illustrated
Yes
Dewey Decimal
635.01/5
Table Of Content
Chapter 1. Diversity in the plant worldChapter 2. Know your plantChaper 3. How plants grow: a simple overviewChapter 4. Naming your plantChapter 5. Designing plantsChapter 6. Soils and plant nutritionChapter 7. Light and waterChapter 8. Raising plants from seed.Chapter 9. Vegetative propagationChapter 10. Size and shapeChapter 11. Colour, scent and sound in the gardenChapter 12. Climate, weather and seasonal effectsChapter 13. Gardening in the greenhouseChapter 14. Controlling the undesirableChapter 15. Maturation, ripening and storageChapter 16. Conservation and sustainable gardening.Chapter 17. Garden ecology and wildlife gardeningChapter 18. Garden for science
Edition Description
Revised edition
Synopsis
Why are plants green? Why cut beneath a leaf node when taking cuttings? Why do plants need so much water? Science and the Garden, 2e takes the 'Why' of gardening and provides the reader with a uniquely straightforward approach to the underpinning scientific answers and rationale behind the practical advice., "A thorough update and the introduction of new topics such as biodiversity and conservation has greatly enhanced this new edition: it is a 'must read' for all interested in horticulture and gardening." John MacLeod, RHS Professor of Horticulture Most conventional gardening books concentrate on how and when to carry out horticultural tasks such as pruning, seed sowing and taking cuttings. This book is unique in explaining in straightforward terms some of the science that underlies these practices. It is principally a book of 'Why' Why are plants green? Why should one cut beneath a leaf node when taking cuttings? Why do plants need so much water? But it also goes on to deal with the 'How', providing rationale behind the practical advice. The coverage is wideranging and comprehensive and includes the basic structure and functioning of garden plants, nomenclature, genetics and plant breeding, soil management, environmental factors affecting growth, methods of propagation and production, pest and disease control, post harvest management and storage, and conservation and sustainable horticulture. Now with full colour throughout, the second edition provides the reader with: Completely revised and updated chapters from the first edition, with new information and clearer focus on the topics Four new chapters, dealing with matters that have become of increasing concern since the first edition, namely: Diversity in the Plant World ; Conservation and Sustainable Gardening ; Gardens and the Natural World ; and Gardens for Science Published on behalf of the Royal Horticultural Society, this book remains a key text for those sitting RHS examinations, particularly at levels 2 and 3; it will also appeal to gardeners, growers and scientists. Key Features Bestselling essential text for all horticulture students Edited and written by a group of highly regarded scientists Covers the scientific information of greatest importance to gardeners and horticulturists Jargonfree scientific explanations, a comprehensive glossary, and copious colour illustrations Royalties from the sale of this book go towards the charitable work of the RHS, promoting horticulture and helping gardeners. www.rhs.org.uk, "A thorough update and the introduction of new topics such as biodiversity and conservation has greatly enhanced this new edition: it is a 'must read' for all interested in horticulture and gardening." - John MacLeod, RHS Professor of Horticulture Most conventional gardening books concentrate on how and when to carry out horticultural tasks such as pruning, seed sowing and taking cuttings. This book is unique in explaining in straightforward terms some of the science that underlies these practices. It is principally a book of 'Why' - Why are plants green? Why should one cut beneath a leaf node when taking cuttings? Why do plants need so much water? But it also goes on to deal with the 'How', providing rationale behind the practical advice. The coverage is wide-ranging and comprehensive and includes the basic structure and functioning of garden plants, nomenclature, genetics and plant breeding, soil management, environmental factors affecting growth, methods of propagation and production, pest and disease control, post harvest management and storage, and conservation and sustainable horticulture. Now with full colour throughout, the second edition provides the reader with: Completely revised and updated chapters from the first edition, with new information and clearer focus on the topics Four new chapters, dealing with matters that have become of increasing concern since the first edition, namely: Diversity in the Plant World ; Conservation and Sustainable Gardening ; Gardens and the Natural World ; and Gardens for Science Published on behalf of the Royal Horticultural Society, this book remains a key text for those sitting RHS examinations, particularly at levels 2 and 3; it will also appeal to gardeners, growers and scientists. Key Features Bestselling essential text for all horticulture students Edited and written by a group of highly regarded scientists Covers the scientific information of greatest importance to gardeners and horticulturists Jargon-free scientific explanations, a comprehensive glossary, and copious colour illustrations Royalties from the sale of this book go towards the charitable work of the RHS, promoting horticulture and helping gardeners. www.rhs.org.uk, Written to increase the horticulturist's understanding of the many ways in which science contributes to gardening the coverage of this volume is comprehensive, bringing together subjects which might be normally dealt with in separate publications. This new edition includes four new chapters.
LC Classification Number
SB318
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