Ingels J.E. Ornamental Horticulture: Science, Operations, & Management

Fourth Edition. — Cengage Learning, 2009. — 720 p. — ISBN13: 978-1-4354-9816-7; ISBN10: 1-4354-9816-X.Ornamental Horticulture: Science, Operations, & Management, 4E is an ideal introduction, for both hobbyists and professionals to the art and science of ornamental horticulture. This comprehensive book provides a balanced coverage of all the diverse elements integral to this exciting field. Ornamental Horticulture, 4E offers readers a realistic view of the required business skills and the opportunities to develop creativity. This book will prepare readers to succeed in this growing industry.Foreword: A Brief History of Ornamental Horticulture.
The Science of Ornamental Horticulture.
The Green Plant.
Describing and Identifying Plants.
The Soil.
Plant Growth Regulators.
Plant Reproduction.
Plant Injuries and Their Control.
The Crafts of Ornamental Horticulture.
Floral Design.
The Interior Use of Plants.
Landscape Design.
Installing Landscape Plants.
Maintaining Landscape Plants.
Special Training Techniques for Plants.
Turf: Selection, Establishment, and Maintenance.
Techniques of Plant Propagation.
The Professions of Ornamental Horticulture.
The Floriculture Industry.
The Nursery Industry.
The Landscape Industry.
Specialized and Nontraditional Careers.
The Production Techniques of Ornamental Horticulture.
Greenhouses and Other Growing Structures.
Greenhouse Production Techniques.
Nursery Production Techniques.
Beginning and Promoting an Ornamental Horticulture Business.
Human Relations: Personnel Management and Customer Sales.
Business Communications.
Recordkeeping, Pricing, and Determining Profit.
Ornamental Horticulture in the Age of Technology.
Total Quality Management.
Appendix A: Professional and Trade Organizations for Horticulture and Related Areas.
Appendix B: Selected Readings for the Study of Ornamental Horticulture.
Appendix C: Examples of Plant Diseases and Insect Injuries.