Author: Publisher:
ISBN: 9789073350014
Category : Bulbs (Plants)
Languages : en
Pages : 419
Book Description
International Checklist for Hyacinths and Miscellaneous Bulbs
Author: Publisher:
ISBN: 9789073350014
Category : Bulbs (Plants)
Languages : en
Pages : 419
Book Description
International Checklist for Hyacinths and Miscellaneous Bulbs
Author: International Checklist for Hyacinths and Miscellaneous Bulbs
Author: J van ScheepenPublisher:
ISBN: 9789073350014
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 409
Book Description
Crocuses
Author: Janis RuksansPublisher: Timber Press
ISBN: 1604691069
Category : Gardening
Languages : en
Pages : 281
Book Description
Winsome, charming, and brilliant are just three of the adjectives that crocuses typically elicit from grateful, color-starved gardeners. Indeed, few flowers can rival crocuses for the cheer they bring to the barren, late-winter garden and for the affection in which they are held by millions of gardeners. But though they’re viewed as an icon of early spring, crocuses aren’t just one-season wonders: there are also dozens of striking autumn-blooming species that appear just when they’re most needed, as summer’s flowers wind down. And because many species originate in the Mediterranean basin, they’re ideal for gardens in which summer irrigation has been reduced or eliminated. In this comprehensive, up-to-date volume, bulb expert Janis Rukšans surveys all the known species in this remarkable genus, including those that have been discovered since the appearance of Brian Mathew’s 1982 monograph. A seasoned plant explorer, Rukšans has observed many species in the wild, and so is able to offer valuable insights into how they may best be grown. He also discusses their use in the garden, their botanical characteristics, and classification—all in nonspecialist language so that even readers without a botanical background can profit by his knowledge and broad experience. Illustrated with 300 stunning photographs, this book will be indispensable for all those with a serious interest in crocuses, from collectors and bulb enthusiasts to nursery professionals and garden designers.
Flower Breeding and Genetics
Author: Neil O. AndersonPublisher: Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN: 1402044283
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 824
Book Description
Floriculture is one of the fastest-growing sectors of commercial agriculture. This book provides a unique and valuable resource on the many issues and challenges facing flower breeders, as well as the industry at-large. Featuring contributions from 32 international authorities, it offers tools and directions for future crop domestication and enhancement as well as offers essential information for breeding a wide range of floriculture crops.
Encyclopedia of Border Plants
Author: Hanneke Van DijkPublisher: Taylor & Francis
ISBN: 9781579582029
Category : Architecture
Languages : en
Pages : 328
Book Description
First Published in 1999. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.
Ornamental Geophytes
Author: Rina KamenetskyPublisher: CRC Press
ISBN: 1439849242
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 601
Book Description
Although a great deal of research on ornamental geophytes has been conducted since the beginning of the 1990s, current information has not been comprehensively presented to researchers and horticulturalists. Covering the latest advances in geophytes science, Ornamental Geophytes: From Basic Science to Sustainable Production provides up-to-date reviews on geophyte taxonomy, physiology, genetics, production, plant protection, and postharvest biology. Novel approaches to environmentally-friendly, sustainable production and integrated management have stimulated new research directions, and innovative biochemical and molecular methods have opened new avenues in taxonomy and breeding. In addition to the issues historically associated with traditionally growing countries, the book reviews the development of new production centers in Africa, Asia, and South America. In 20 chapters, this book reflects three main trends in plant science and horticulture: A demand for sustainable and environmentally friendly production Widespread employment of new molecular technologies The globalization of the production and marketing chains Thoroughly modern and in tune with the needs and methods of the geophytes industry, Ornamental Geophytes: From Basic Science to Sustainable Production will benefit not only researchers who have been engaged for years but also new researchers and students who must meet and challenge the existing dogmas. In addition, the information contained in this book is vital to bringing the value of flower bulbs to the worldwide consumers who are the most important and last links in the chain of utilization and profitability of all ornamental products.
Introduction to Floriculture
Author: Roy A. LarsonPublisher: Elsevier
ISBN: 0124077919
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 653
Book Description
Every major floriculture crop is discussed in detail in Introduction to Floriculture, Second Edition. The information presented can be used as guidelines for the production of these crops. Divided into two sections on miscellaneous cut flowers and other flowering potted plants, this newly revised edition updates and expands on the existing information from the first edition and contains two completely new chapters on specialty cut flowers and geraniums. This book will be an invaluable source of information for the student as well as the commercial grower. Surveys every major commercial floriculture crop in detail Covers history, taxonomy, economics, propagation, general culture, disease and insect problems, physiological disorders, and marketing in each chapter Presents the latest information that can be used as guidelines for the commercial production of crops Discusses response of specific crops to management practices such as temperature and daylength manipulation, use of growth regulators, and hypobaric storage Written by 25 recognized floriculture crop experts
International Code of Nomenclature for Cultivated Plants
Author: Allium Crop Science
Author: Haim D. RabinowitchPublisher: CABI
ISBN: 0851995101
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 542
Book Description
The Alliums are some of the most ancient cultivated crops and include onions, garlic, leeks and other related plants. This book provides an up-to-date review of Allium science for postgraduates and researchers. It contains commissioned chapters on topics that have shown major advances particularly in the last ten years such as molecular biology, floriculture and biofertilizers.