The Encyclopedia Of Seeds
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| Author | : J. Derek Bewley |
| Publisher | : CABI |
| Total Pages | : 858 |
| Release | : 2006 |
| Genre | : Technology & Engineering |
| ISBN | : 0851997236 |
This is the first scholarly reference work to cover all the major scientific themes and facets of the subject of seeds. It outlines the latest fundamental biological knowledge about seeds, together with the principles of agricultural seed processing, storage and sowing, the food and industrial uses of seeds, and the roles of seeds in history, economies and cultures. With contributions from 110 expert authors worldwide, the editors have created 560 authoritative articles, illustrated with plentiful tables, figures, black-and-white and color photographs, suggested further reading matter and 670 supplementary definitions. The contents are alphabetically arranged and cross-referenced to connect related entries.
| Author | : Jim Nau |
| Publisher | : |
| Total Pages | : 0 |
| Release | : 2020 |
| Genre | : Germination |
| ISBN | : 9781733254106 |
"Specific germination, scheduling, and growing recommendations for almost 400 seed-grown crops The fourth edition of the Ball Culture Guide has undergone a number of changes to enhance its value to the grower. Jim Nau provides in-depth germination and scheduling information for almost 400 of the most popular seed-grown crops. The Ball Culture Guide covers: Bedding plants, Potted flowering plants, Foliage plants, Cut flowers, Perennials, Herbs, Ornamental Grasses and Vegetables. This latest edition reaches beyond the confines of open flat sowing to provide growers with culture as it relates to plug production and even field sowing. Written in an easy-to-read chart style, the Ball Culture Guide lists production temperatures, transplanting schedules, lighting requirements, final garden height, and much more. The culture notes for each crop add even more information, such as flower color and size, propagation and growing-on tips, and differences in culture based on geographic region"--
| Author | : DK |
| Publisher | : Dorling Kindersley Ltd |
| Total Pages | : 192 |
| Release | : 2019-09-05 |
| Genre | : Juvenile Nonfiction |
| ISBN | : 0241425840 |
From the smallest seeds to the tallest trees, this beautiful children's guide is a must-have for any budding botanist or plant lover. We can't live without plants. We need them for food, shelter, even the air we breathe, yet we know surprisingly little about them. Why do thistles bristle with spines? How do some plants trap and eat insects? Did you know there are trees more than 5,000 years old? Trees, Leaves, Flowers & Seeds explores the mysterious world of plants to find the answers to these and many more questions. This picture-packed encyclopedia shows a wonderful variety of plants, from fantastic ferns to spiky cacti. It explores the diverse habitats of plants, herbs and spices that make our food tasty, and even how astronuats grow plants in space. It also takes a fun, more sideways look at some truly weird and wonderful plants, including leaves that are home to frogs, orchids that look like parrots, and seeds that spin like helicopters. So open this fascinating ebook and find out more about the amazing world of trees, leaves, flowers, and seeds.
| Author | : Joseph M. Kadans |
| Publisher | : Prentice Hall |
| Total Pages | : 222 |
| Release | : 1973 |
| Genre | : Cooking |
| ISBN | : 9780132754125 |
| Author | : François Couplan |
| Publisher | : McGraw Hill Professional |
| Total Pages | : 596 |
| Release | : 1998-12-02 |
| Genre | : Nature |
| ISBN | : 9780879838218 |
So that we will become intimately acquainted with edible and medicinal plants.
| Author | : Jules Janick |
| Publisher | : CABI |
| Total Pages | : 992 |
| Release | : 2008 |
| Genre | : Technology & Engineering |
| ISBN | : 0851996388 |
Ever wanted to know the genus name for a coconut? Intended for all your research needs, this encyclopedia is a comprehensive collection of information on temperate and tropical fruit and nut crops. Entries are grouped alphabetically by family and then by species, making it easy to find the information you need. Coverage includes palms and cacti as well as vegetable fruits of Solanaceae and Curcurbitacea. This book not only deals with the horticulture of the fruit and nut crops but also discusses the botany, making it a useful tool for anyone from scientists to gardeners and fruit hobbyists.
| Author | : Christopher Brickell |
| Publisher | : DK |
| Total Pages | : 0 |
| Release | : 2011 |
| Genre | : Flower gardening |
| ISBN | : 9780756668570 |
Packed with 8,000 plants for every climate--inside and out--from trees, shrubs, perennials, annuals, biennials, bulbs, water plants, and cacti, the "AHS Encyclopedia of Plants & Flowers" is a must-have reference for all gardeners! This fully revised and updated edition features a brighter, clearer design and improved navigation--cataloging plants by color, season, and size--that makes the book more intuitive for the reader
| Author | : Robert M. Goodman |
| Publisher | : Routledge |
| Total Pages | : 1365 |
| Release | : 2004-02-27 |
| Genre | : Science |
| ISBN | : 1000031586 |
Encyclopedia of Plant and Crop Science is the first-ever single-source reference work to inclusively cover classic and modern studies in plant biology in conjunction with research, applications, and innovations in crop science and agriculture. From the fundamentals of plant growth and reproduction to developments in agronomy and agricultural science, the encyclopedia's authoritative content nurtures communication between these academically distinct yet intrinsically related fields-offering a spread of clear, descriptive, and concise entries to optimally serve scientists, agriculturalists, policy makers, students, and the general public.
| Author | : Suzanne Ashworth |
| Publisher | : Chelsea Green Publishing |
| Total Pages | : 231 |
| Release | : 2012-10-31 |
| Genre | : Gardening |
| ISBN | : 0988474905 |
A complete seed-saving guide of 160 vegetables, including detailed info on each vegetable.
| Author | : Michael Black |
| Publisher | : CRC Press |
| Total Pages | : 450 |
| Release | : 2000 |
| Genre | : Nature |
| ISBN | : 9780849397493 |
Edited by a renowned seed biologist with a team assembled from the most respected laboratories worldwide, Seed Technology and Its Biological Basis illustrates the commercial value of seeds as a major resource. The editors provide a sweeping overview of the current state-of-the-art in seed technology and its biological basis. The book is invaluable to researchers and professionals in both the industrial and academic sectors.
