Principles of horticulture : level 2 / created by Charles Adams, Mike Early, Jane Brook and Katherine Bamford.

Includes index.

1. Horticulture and gardening
2. Plants of the world
3. Ecology and garden wildlife
4. Classification and naming of plants
5. Plant life cycles
6. Plant cells and tissues
7. External features of plants
8. Plant reproduction
9. Plant growth
10. Transport in plants
11. Plant propagation
12. Physical properties of soils
13. Organic matter in the root environment
14. Plant nutrition (nutrients, pH and fertilizers)
15. Growing in containers
16. Plant health maintenance
17. Garden weeds
18. Garden pests
19. Garden diseases and plant disorders

This guide introduces you to the fundamentals of horticulture, whether you are taking a Level 2 RHS, City and Guilds or BTEC course, are a keen amateur or seasoned gardener. Written in a clear and accessible style, this book covers the principles that underpin growing plants for the garden and on the allotment, with reference to how these are tackled by professionals. With highlighted definitions, key points, and illustrated in full colour, this book will be a useful companion as you progress in the study and practice of horticulture. Complete with a companion website which includes extended horticultural information, questions and exercises to test your knowledge, syllabus cross-referencing and downloadable tutor and student support materials