Horticulture: Books

This competency-based, introductory horticulture book is now in its sixth edition. Written in an easy-to-read, engaging style, it enables students to measure their progress. Each chapter begins with competencies so that students know what is expected and ends with evaluations to determine whether competencies have been mastered. This text includes numerous illustrations to help reinforce written material. This latest edition includes new chapters on water gardens, dish gardens, and prairie gardens.

Taking a scientific orientation, Practical Horticulture, Sixth Edition is a classic text for basic horticulture. It presents students with the fundamentals of horticultural science and its applications in both the commercial and home sectors. Easy-to-read and heavily illustrated, this sixth edition includes fifty new photos, new chapter objectives and end-of-chapter questions. It maintains its historical perspective while discussing current topics such as the current definition of a plant, an introduction to ethics in horticulture, horticulture safety and commercial production technology.

Find an exciting, fulfilling career in a field where opportunities never stop growing! If you find peace and satisfaction in growing plants and flowers, you should consider making it your profession. It might surprise you to learn just how many different opportunities exist within the horticulture and botany industry. Careers in Horticulture and Botany gives you invaluable tips for finding a job in one of the many areas that make up this diverse field. Whether you like to plant new seedlings or study flora and fauna, this updated edition will help you: Develop a clear understanding of the various career options Key in on the specialty most suited for you--from landscaper to floral designer to botanist Understand what to expect in an entry-level job Find the education and training you’ll need to stay one step ahead of the competition Familiarize yourself with current salaries, benefits, and the best job prospects