- Paperback: 416 pages
- Publisher: A Butterworth-Heinemann Title; 5 edition (15 Aug 2008)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0750686944
- ISBN-13: 978-0750686945
- Product Dimensions: 27.8 x 20.8 x 2.2 cm
- Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews (19 customer reviews)
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Reader Reviews:
'If you are interested in any part of horticulture for a hobby or study, this is a must have; everything is explained in full in terms that anyone would understand'
'If you are into gardening of any type this is the book to have.'
'Highly recommended for students and professionals'
****
Published Reviews:
About the 3rd edition:
'Excellent introduction to the principles of commercial and leisure horticulture....it covers a lot of ground in an easy and informative style', Crop Protection
About the 2nd edition:
'Certain to meet renewed acclaim from all quarters. The authors deserve our admiration and congratulation on their fine achievement.' The Horticulturist
'If you are interested in any part of horticulture for a hobby or study, this is a must have; everything is explained in full in terms that anyone would understand'
'If you are into gardening of any type this is the book to have.'
'Highly recommended for students and professionals'
****
Published Reviews:
About the 3rd edition:
'Excellent introduction to the principles of commercial and leisure horticulture....it covers a lot of ground in an easy and informative style', Crop Protection
About the 2nd edition:
'Certain to meet renewed acclaim from all quarters. The authors deserve our admiration and congratulation on their fine achievement.' The Horticulturist
Product Description
Principles of Horticulture is an excellent introduction to the study of all aspects of the subject. Written in an accessible and readable style it explains the principles that underlie the cultivation of flowers, fruits, vegetables, turf, ornamental planting in outdoors and in protected culture; commercially as well as in the garden and on the allotment. Readers ranging from first time students at the beginning of their careers in horticulture through to seasoned gardeners with many years of practical experience will find it essential reading.
This fifth edition has been restructured to bring it in to line with the most recent RHS syllabus, adding new material on the basis of science for horticulturists. The book contains beginning of chapter summaries, highlighted definitions and key points, and end of chapter test your learning questions. Each chapter ends with references for further reading.
Structured to meet the needs of a wide variety of courses in horticulture at levels 2 and 3, this book is particularly suitable for the RHS Certificate, Advanced Certificate and Diploma in Horticulture, BTEC National and the City and Guilds/NPTC National and Advanced National Certificate and Diploma courses. It also supports those studying plant science and related modules for 'A' Level Biology and the Diploma in Environmental and Land-based studies.
Charles Adams BSc (Agric) Hons, Dip Applied Educ., Fellow Inst Horticulture, is a lecturer at Capel Manor College and University of Hertfordshire, an external examiner in horticulture, and also a member of the Royal Horticultural Society Qualifications Advisory Committee.
Katherine Bamford BSc (Agric Sci) Hons, Cert Ed., formerly lecturer in horticulture science at Oaklands College, St. Albans, works in the commercial sector with herbs, organic vegetables and hardy plants.
Mike Early MSc, BSc Hons, DTA, Cert Ed., formerly a lecturer in horticulture science at Oaklands College, St. Albans, now works as a landscape gardner.
* Now in full colour with many illustrations making study easier and clearer
* Written by leading experts to align with the new RHS Certificate in Horticulture
* Test and confirm your learning with modal questions and exercises throughout
This fifth edition has been restructured to bring it in to line with the most recent RHS syllabus, adding new material on the basis of science for horticulturists. The book contains beginning of chapter summaries, highlighted definitions and key points, and end of chapter test your learning questions. Each chapter ends with references for further reading.
Structured to meet the needs of a wide variety of courses in horticulture at levels 2 and 3, this book is particularly suitable for the RHS Certificate, Advanced Certificate and Diploma in Horticulture, BTEC National and the City and Guilds/NPTC National and Advanced National Certificate and Diploma courses. It also supports those studying plant science and related modules for 'A' Level Biology and the Diploma in Environmental and Land-based studies.
Charles Adams BSc (Agric) Hons, Dip Applied Educ., Fellow Inst Horticulture, is a lecturer at Capel Manor College and University of Hertfordshire, an external examiner in horticulture, and also a member of the Royal Horticultural Society Qualifications Advisory Committee.
Katherine Bamford BSc (Agric Sci) Hons, Cert Ed., formerly lecturer in horticulture science at Oaklands College, St. Albans, works in the commercial sector with herbs, organic vegetables and hardy plants.
Mike Early MSc, BSc Hons, DTA, Cert Ed., formerly a lecturer in horticulture science at Oaklands College, St. Albans, now works as a landscape gardner.
* Now in full colour with many illustrations making study easier and clearer
* Written by leading experts to align with the new RHS Certificate in Horticulture
* Test and confirm your learning with modal questions and exercises throughout
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70 of 71 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This book provides a valuable introduction to horticulture. The information covered is wide ranging, explained clearly and is accompanied on many occasions by useful pictures and diagrams. This text was useful to me on the HNC/HND (Horticulture) course and also occasionally during my horticultural degree. The book would also be of interest to many horticuural professionals. There are not currently enough text books available specifically for horticultural students so this book is a valuable one.
19 of 19 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This new edition of a core text for students of horticulture is welcomed. The addition of colour plates is helpful and the layout has generally improved. I think the book does a difficult job well as the subject is huge and it must be very difficult to decide what to leave out and how much depth to go to. I'm hoping it will help me with the RHS Advanced Cerificate exam.
36 of 38 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I'm pretty happy with this book. Having decided to do Horticulture studies by correspondence in Switzerland, this book came up when searching for some pre-study material. It is also first book off the list of recommended reading from my school, which I'm pleased to see. It provides further in-depth reading to the course material provided, although my one whinge is that it could expand its chapter on pests and diseases as there are so many covered in the course. Happily websites like the RHS help out here. However, this book is fine foundation reading.
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Essential for every serious gardener
This book arrived swiftly and in superb condition.
It is a must for any serious horticulturist, maintaining their own allotment or running a business.
It is a must for any serious horticulturist, maintaining their own allotment or running a business.
Published 1 month ago by Sal
Useful book
This book was really useful when i was doing my City and Guilds horticulture course. There aren't many pictures in the book apart from a small colour section in the centre, but... Read more
Published 5 months ago by Puzzle crazy
Principles of Horticulture
This is an excellent book to help me with my RHS Level 2 studies. Easy to read and good graphics. Well worth buying
Published 5 months ago by Trish Cyster
Principles of Horticulture (6th edition)
This is the first book review I have written for Amazon, but I regret to say that this is the shoddiest textbook I have ever read (not to mention over-priced)! Read more
Published 5 months ago by Brian in Skipton
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This is a very good book. I bought this book as I had just started an Horticulture course and I've found it to be of valuable use through my course.
Published 7 months ago by G. Williams
7000 miles but very prompt
delivery to singapore almost faster than to u.k, great service arrived in great condition.
great book - highly reccommend to anyone interetsed in horticulture... Read more
great book - highly reccommend to anyone interetsed in horticulture... Read more
Published 7 months ago by Jewels
Badly edited and poorly written
Badly edited and poorly written, this book may be recommended for my course but it is a difficult read and is badly in need of a re-write and a proof reader [it's even referred to... Read more
Published 12 months ago by Rob Brown
Good book useful for RHS courses
This is a good book which is very useful for the the RHS Level 2 Principles of Horticulture course. Fairly easy to read and the information is organised into relevant areas. Read more
Published 13 months ago by Chocgirl
An easy read with lots of colour pictures
I just wish all horticulture books for students were like this - lots of colour pictures, and an easy read. Read more
Published 17 months ago by A. Lucas
RHA Course Study Book
I am thinking of doing an RHS course and this book was recommended. It is a very good book and I will use it entensively for the course work.
Published on 10 May 2010 by L. B. Parfitt
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