Introductory Horticulture
“Introductory Horticulture” by H. Edward Reiley is a comprehensive text published by Delmar in 1997, spanning 548 pages. This fifth edition offers a full-color exploration of fundamental horticulture principles and practices, organized by unit. It covers various topics, including plant science, greenhouse management, and the establishment and maintenance of lawns and turfgrass, as well as vegetable and fruit gardening.
Readers will discover a stronger emphasis on scientific concepts, featuring updated research on pesticides, integrated pest management, and micro propagation. The edition also includes a full-color interior plant identification chart and a complete supplement package designed to enhance the teaching and learning experience. This resource is particularly relevant given the growing interest in horticulture, making it a valuable addition for those looking to deepen their understanding of the subject.
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With the interest in horticulture at an all-time high, a new full-color edition of this popular and broad-based text could not be more timely. Its principal feature remains a full yet accessible exploration of basic horticulture principles and practices, conveniently organized by unit and covering such areas as plant science, greenhouse management, using plants in the landscape, lawn and turfgrass establishment and maintenance, vegetable and fruit gardens, and holiday crafts and floral designs. Readers will find a stronger science focus, including updated research on the use of pesticides and insecticides, integrated pest management, and micro propagation. Also new to this richly illustrated full-color Fifth Edition is a striking full-color interior plant identification chart and complete supplement package to enhance the teaching and learning experience.
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