Horticulture: Principles and Practices

by George Acquaah

1441O-2, 0-13-114412-X, Acquaah, George, Principles and Practices, 3/E//--> Written from the point of view of the horticulturalist, this comprehensive introduction to horticulture as a science, art, and business explores the four general areas of horticulture- ornamental horticulture, fruit culture, vegetable culture, and landscape architecture-and covers all the essential principles and practices of horticulture pertaining to indoor and outdoor production. The emphasis throughout is on the underlying science-including current technology-and how it is applied in practical horticulture. A six-part format examines the underlying science, how horticultural plants are protected, plant propagation, growing plants indoors, growing plants outdoors, and the culture of plants for food. For use as a reference by hobbyists and professionals.

Hardcover

First published August 1, 1997