The Seedlist Handbook

The Seedlist Handbook

Author: Bernard E. Harkness

Publisher:

Published: 1976

Total Pages: 226

ISBN-13:

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A guide to the plants offered in the major plant societies' seed exchanges based on the lists from the seed exchanges of the American Rock Garden Society, the Alpine Garden Society (England), and the Scottish Rock Garden Club.


The Bernard E. Harkness Seedlist Handbook

The Bernard E. Harkness Seedlist Handbook

Author:

Publisher: Timber Press (OR)

Published: 1993

Total Pages: 524

ISBN-13:

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A guide to the plants offered in the major plant societies' seed exchanges based on the lists from the seed exchanges of the American Rock Garden Society, the Alpine Garden Society (England), and the Scottish Rock Garden Club.


The Bernard E. Harkness Seedlist Handbook

The Bernard E. Harkness Seedlist Handbook

Author: Mabel G. Harkness

Publisher: Timber Press (OR)

Published: 1986-01-01

Total Pages: 428

ISBN-13: 9780881920598

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The classic handbook for plants found on the seed exchange lists of the Alpine Garden Society, the Scottish Rock Garden Society, & the North American Rock Garden Society. It offers hardiness, habit, size, flower color, & habitat data in a compact format.


The New Seed Starter's Handbook

The New Seed Starter's Handbook

Author: Nancy Bubel

Publisher: Rodale

Published: 1988-02-15

Total Pages: 398

ISBN-13: 9780878577521

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Describes the advantages of starting seeds indoors, discusses containers, growing media, light, and water, and tells how to transplant young plants into the garden


Seeds Handbook

Seeds Handbook

Author: Babasaheb B. Desai

Publisher: CRC Press

Published: 2004-04-22

Total Pages: 816

ISBN-13: 9780824748005

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Revised and expanded throughout, this latest edition of the bestselling Seeds Handbook: Biology, Production, Processing, and Storage includes valuable information on all areas of seed biology, production, and processing. The author, one of the most respected and prolific scientists in the field, identifies current developments in seed testing and certification, storage, transportation, and distribution. Tracking the evolution and advancement of seed industries and technologies, he fully covers the development and supply of high-quality seeds for every key agronomic and horticulture crop. Contains methods to enhance the genetic and physiological characteristics of more than 80 major and minor crops With an abundance of current research and additional figures and illustrations, this edition of the Seeds Handbook offers chapters on modern biotechnological issues such as the production of synthetic seeds, loss-reduction biotechnologies, and new strategies in the seed production industry. It provides in-depth information on burgeoning areas of seed science including tissue culture and cellular totipotency, induction and regeneration protocols, development and maturation, hormone requirements, drying and storage of somatic embryos, protective encapsulation, and crop applications. With an eye to the future, it looks at challenges in the provision and enhancement of seeds for crop plants, practical methods of seed production and micropropagation, genetically modified seeds, and world food security.


Handbook of Seed Science and Technology

Handbook of Seed Science and Technology

Author: Amarjit Basra

Publisher: CRC Press

Published: 2006-05-08

Total Pages: 826

ISBN-13: 9781560223153

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A reference text with the latest information and research for educators, students, and researchers! World hunger and malnutrition remain an alarming concern that spurs researchers to develop quality technology. The Handbook of Seed Science and Technology is an extensive reference text for educators, students, practitioners, and researchers that focuses on the underlying mechanisms of seed biology and the impact of powerful biotechnological approaches on world hunger, malnutrition, and consumer preferences. This comprehensive guide provides the latest available research from noted experts pointing out the likely directions of future developments as it presents a wealth of seed biology and technological information. Seed science is the all-important foundation of plant science study. The Handbook of Seed Science and Technology provides an integrative perspective that takes you through the fundamentals to the latest applications of seed science and technology. This resource provides a complete overview, divided into four sections: Seed Developmental Biology and Biotechnology; Seed Dormancy and Germination; Seed Ecology; and Seed Technology. The Handbook of Seed Science and Technology examines: the molecular control of ovule development female gametophyte development cytokinins and seed development grain number determination in major grain crops metabolic engineering of carbohydrate supply in plant reproductive development enhancing the nutritive value of seeds by genetic engineering the process of accumulation of seed proteins and using biotechnology to improve crops synthetic seeds dormancy and germination hormonal interactions during dormancy release and germination photoregulation of seed germination seed size seed predation natural defense mechanisms in seeds seed protease inhibitors soil seed banks the ecophysiological basis of weed seed longevity in the soil seed quality testing seed vigor and its assessment diagnosis of seed-borne pathogens seed quality in vegetable crops vegetable hybrid seed production practical hydration of seeds of tropical crops seed technology in plant germplasm The Handbook of Seed Science and Technology is extensively referenced and packed with tables and diagrams, and makes an essential source for students, educators, researchers, and practitioners in seed science and technology.


The Resilient Garden and Allotment Handbook

The Resilient Garden and Allotment Handbook

Author: Sally Morgan

Publisher: Chelsea Green Publishing

Published: 2024-03-21

Total Pages: 178

ISBN-13: 1915294576

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Create a thriving garden or allotment that works in harmony with nature and will flourish in the face of ever-changing environmental conditions. In The Resilient Garden and Allotment Handbook, expert organic gardener Sally Morgan shares a wide range of ecological concepts from permaculture, regenerative gardening, agroecology and more to boost your garden’s biodiversity and enrich your soil. This must-have guide will help you: Build your soil so it’s full of healthy organic matter and protect it through no-dig practices, composting, cover crops and mulching Increase resilience through productive plant combinations and polyculture Create wildlife-friendly habitats utilising walls and fences, log piles, water features and wild corners Choose the right plants to attract pollinators and plant defenders Combat disease and keep pests at bay using natural predators, companion planting and trap and barrier crops PLUS The importance of collecting genetically diverse seeds from plants that have adapted to local conditions Sustainably manage water in your garden, especially in times of drought or excessive rainfall Whether you’re a passionate gardener, allotment holder or grower, The Resilient Garden and Allotment Handbook will help you future-proof your garden by giving it everything it needs to adapt and succeed, whatever the climate challenge. (Previously published as The Healthy Vegetable Garden, now updated and revised) 'A must-read for anyone who wants to know how to grow their own zero-food miles, pesticide-free veg, while treading gently upon our planet.' Dave Goulson, author of The Garden Jungle and Silent Earth 'This book could not be better timed, and given Sally’s lifetime experience of organic gardening, it’s bound to inspire all those who want to ‘grow back better’.' Helen Browning, Chief Executive, Soil Association


Seeds

Seeds

Author: H. Peter Loewer

Publisher: MacMillan Publishing Company

Published: 1995

Total Pages: 248

ISBN-13:

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The life of a garden begins and ends with a seed. Explanations of virtually everything that happens in between - including germination, indoor and outdoor cultivation, and seed collection for all types of plants - can be found in Seeds: The Definitive Guide to Growing, History, and Lore. Author Peter Loewer leads the reader on a seed odyssey that spans from the early genetic experiments of Mendel to the growth of large seed companies, as well as tales of intrepid seed collectors who go to extraordinary lengths to procure rare seed specimens. Practical advice is not overlooked as different methods are outlined for starting all types of seeds at home. Detailed instructions are provided for cold frames, sterilizing dirt, seed storage, indoor to outdoor transplanting, and germinating seeds in a range of mediums. Unlike any other book on the subject, Seeds artfully blends a wide scope of hands-on gardening techniques with scientific information and folklore. The result is a comprehensive tome on the subject of seeds replete with listings of seed nurseries, seed exchanges, and even poetry related to seeds.