
By Laurie Brown
The ebook is split into 3 sections - Plant technological know-how, Soil technology, Pest and affliction. each one part includes a variety of chapters when it comes to a tremendous precept of utilized horticulture. every one bankruptcy starts off with a key element precis and introduces the underpinning wisdom that's then strengthened by means of routines. The booklet comprises over 70 functional routines, offered in a fashion that makes scholars imagine for themselves. solutions to the workouts are given on the finish of chapters. transparent step by step directions make useful paintings available to scholars of all abilities.
This new 3rd variation presents an excellent wider sweep of case experiences to make this ebook an important functional workbook for horticulture scholars and gardners alike. up to date fabric matches with the most recent RHS, urban and Guilds and Edexcel syllabus. it truly is relatively compatible for the RHS certificates, complicated certificates and Edexcel Diplomas in addition to for these venture NPTC nationwide, complex nationwide classes and Horticulture NVQs at degrees 2 and three, including the recent degree in Environmental and Land-based studies.
Laurie Brown is a horticultural scientist and educator. he's Director of Academex, a consultancy corporation intending to excellence in educating and studying. Laurie formerly labored with the factors Unit at the layout of exemplary instructing assets within the land-based sector.
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