The Biology of Horticulture: An Introductory TextbookThis comprehensive book provides a thorough scientific foundation on the growth and care of plants common to all horticultural commodities. Continuing in the tradition of the first edition, it incorporates the principles behind the techniques described in other ``how-to'' horticulture texts. By providing readers with a thorough grounding in the science of horticulture, it successfully prepares them for more specialized studies in nursery management, floriculture, landscaping, vegetable and fruit science. |
Contents
Early Classification Systems | 13 |
Classification by growth pattern | 20 |
PART II | 29 |
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The Biology of Horticulture: An Introductory Textbook John E. Preece,Paul E. Read Limited preview - 2005 |
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