| Horticulture: Principles and Practices Contributor(s): Bosso, Thelma (Editor) |
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ISBN: 1632394200 ISBN-13: 9781632394200 Publisher: Callisto Reference OUR PRICE: $85.50 Product Type: Hardcover Published: February 2015 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Science | Life Sciences - Horticulture - Gardening |
| Dewey: 635 |
| Physical Information: 0.5" H x 6" W x 9" (0.92 lbs) 186 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: This book illustrates the principles and practices of horticulture with the help of up-to-date information. It discusses modern features and future trends in this field. The various topics presented in this book include the effect of climate and soil properties on nitrogen balance, impact of fertilizers with prolongation effect, variedness in grapevine gene pools, growth and nutrient intake of tomato plants, post-harvest quality, chemical composition and antioxidant activity, local botanical information and agrobiodiversity, urban horticulture, utilization of humectant agents in protected horticulture and post-harvest techniques of fresh horticulture produce. This book will cater as a valuable source of reference for students, professional horticulturalists and readers interested in acquiring knowledge about this field. |