Introductory Horticulture

by Reiley, H. Edward; Shry, Carroll L.

• ISBN13: 9781401889524
• ISBN10: 1401889522
• Additional ISBN(s): 9780766815674, 9781435480391
• Edition: 7th
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2006-04-14
• Publisher: Cengage Learning
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Summary

Introductory Horticulture, seventh edition is a text that has had longstanding success and is a tried and true resource for teachers and students. It is comprehensive and easy to read, and is well thought out and organized. The book provides competencies that make it easy for the teacher to measure a student's progress in an effective and literal way. Key terms are highlighted throughout that allow the reader to focus on exactly what they need to learn and retain, and also a self evaluation at the end of each chapter to help keep the student on track. This new edition boasts all of the latest technology and trends to keep students on the cutting edge. It covers basic horticulture science and practical cultural needs so that the student understands the fundamentals. This well organized text also provides information on finding the right job in the horticulture industry and provides tips on interviewing. With a large amount of full-color illustrations, the reader isn't left to guess what the author is referring to. Students will read and enjoy this text and teachers will appreciate the tools for evaluation and the straightforward approach.

Table of Contents

Preface	vii
Acknowledgments	xi
SECTION 1 HORTICULTURE: AN INTRODUCTION
Unit 1 Exploring the Horticulture Field	3	(13)
Unit 2 Plant Taxonomy: How Plants Are Named	16	(7)
SECTION 2 PLANT SCIENCE
Unit 3 Parts of the Plant and Their Functions	23	(12)
Unit 4 Environmental Requirements for Good Plant Growth	35	(19)
Unit 5 Growth Stimulants, Retardants, and Rooting Hormones	54	(11)
SECTION 3 PLANT PROPAGATION
Unit 6 Seeds	65	(12)
Unit 7 Softwood and Semihardwood Cuttings and Micropropagation	77	(14)
Unit 8 Hardwood Cuttings	91	(5)
Unit 9 Separation and Division	96	(8)
Unit 10 Grafting	104	(8)
Unit 11 Budding	112	(9)
Unit 12 Layering	121	(10)
SECTION 4 GREENHOUSE MANAGEMENT AND CROPS
Unit 13 Poinsettias	131	(8)
Unit 14 Chrysanthemums	139	(10)
Unit 15 Easter Lilies	149	(10)
SECTION 5 INTEGRATED PEST MANAGEMENT
Unit 16 Integrated Pest Management and the Biological Control of Pests and Diseases	159	(15)
Unit 17 The Safe Use of Pesticides	174	(9)
Unit 18 Insecticides	183	(10)
Unit 19 Fungicides, Rodenticides, Molluscicides, and Nematocides	193	(6)
Unit 20 Herbicides	199	(12)
SECTION 6 CONTAINER-GROWN PLANTS
Unit 21 Dish Gardens	211	(4)
Unit 22 The Art of Bonsai	215	(10)
Unit 23 The Interior Landscape: Houseplants and Plantscaping	225	(21)
Unit 24 Shrubs and Trees	246	(23)
SECTION 7 USING PLANTS IN THE LANDSCAPE
Unit 25 Annual Bedding Plants	269	(15)
Unit 26 Perennials, Ornamental Grass, Vines, Bamboo, and Prairie Gardens	284	(15)
Unit 27 Narrowleaf Evergreens	299	(12)
Unit 28 Broadleaf Evergreens	311	(9)
Unit 29 Deciduous Trees	320	(17)
Unit 30 Deciduous Shrubs	337	(9)
Unit 31 Ground Covers	346	(9)
Unit 32 Bulbs	355	(9)
Unit 33 Techniques of Pruning	364	(11)
Unit 34 Principles of Landscaping, Maintenance, Xeriscaping, Water Gardens, and Irrigation	375	(24)
SECTION 8 LAWN AND TURFGRASS ESTABLISHMENT AND MAINTENANCE
Unit 35 Establishing the Lawn	399	(10)
Unit 36 Maintaining the Lawn	409	(11)
Unit 37 Renovating the Lawn	420	(9)
SECTION 9 THE VEGETABLE GARDEN
Unit 38 Planning and Preparing the Garden Site	429	(13)
Unit 39 Planting the Vegetable Garden	442	(21)
Unit 40 Caring for the Vegetable Garden	463	(14)
Unit 41 Favorite Garden Vegetables and Herbs	477	(24)
SECTION 10 THE SMALL FRUIT GARDEN
Unit 42 Strawberries	501	(11)
Unit 43 Blueberries	512	(10)
Unit 44 The Bramble Fruits	522	(9)
Unit 45 Grapes	531	(10)
SECTION 11 HOLIDAY CRAFTS AND FLORAL DESIGNS
Unit 46 Wreaths and Door Swags	541	(7)
Unit 47 Creating Holiday Centerpieces	548	(5)
Unit 48 Enhancements and Accessories for Floral Designs	553	(6)
Unit 49 Floral Designs	559	(8)
Unit 50 Corsages and Boutonnieres	567	(8)
Glossary	575	(12)
Appendix A - Scientific and Common Names	587	(6)
Appendix B - Business Ownership and the Free-Enterprise System	593	(4)
Appendix C - Nut Crops	597	(4)
Appendix D - Equipment and Tool Maintenance	601	(1)
Index	602