ABSTRACT

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.

part |141 pages

Plant science

part |114 pages

Soil Science

chapter |15 pages

Soil Formation and Texture

chapter |10 pages

Soil Structure and Profiles

chapter |10 pages

Soil Water

chapter |12 pages

Measuring Soil pH

chapter |8 pages

Raising Soil pH

chapter |8 pages

Soil Organic Matter

chapter |13 pages

Plant Nutrition

chapter |20 pages

Fertilizers

part |60 pages

Pest and Disease

chapter |14 pages

Fungi

chapter |19 pages

Insects and Mites

chapter |8 pages

Nematodes

chapter |17 pages

Biological Control