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The principal feature of the full-color edition of this popular and broad-based text remains a full yet accessible exploration of basic horticulture principles and practices, conveniently organized by unit. Areas covered include: 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 micropropagation. Also new to this richly illustrated Fifth Edition is a striking full-color interior plant identification chart and complete supplement package to enhance the teaching and learning experience. ALSO AVAILABLE -- INSTRUCTOR SUPPLEMENTS: Agriscience Laserdisc Series Plant Science - Disk 2 (ISBN# 0-8273-7302-3), Business & Mechanical Technology - Disk 3 (ISBN# 0-8273-7303-1), Instructor's Guide (ISBN# 0-8273-6767-8), Teacher Resource Guide (ISBN# 0-8273-6768-6) Lab Manual-Instructor's Guide (ISBN# 0-8273-6916-6), Transparencies (ISBN# 0-8273-6911-5) Computerized Testbank (ISBN# 0-8273-7489-5), Agriscience Testmaster CD-ROM (ISBN# 0-8273-7486-0). Call Customer Support to Order.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #1188729 in Books
• Published on: 1995-11
• Original language: English
• Binding: Hardcover
• 560 pages

Book Info
First level text explores the basic principles of horticulture and methods of practical application of the resulting growth in the field of horticulture. DLC: Horticulture.

About the Author
H. Edward Reiley is the retired Director of Vocational Education for the Frederick County Board of Education. He received a Bachelor of Science degree in Horticulture and a Masters degree in Agricultural Economics from the University of Maryland. Mr. Reiley is a member of various professional organizations including the American Vocational Association and the American Rhododendron Society. In his spare time he breeds new varieties of azalea hybrids and rhododendrons and manages a nursery.