Hydroponics: A Practical Guide for the Soilless Grower

ISBN-13: 9780849331671 / Angielski / Twarda / 2004 / 440 str.

JR. J. Benton Jones; Jr. Benton J. Jones

Opis

This book is a down-to-earth overview of hydroponic systems being used commercially and by advanced hobbyists. Like its best-selling predecessor, the second edition clearly explains the basics of plant growth and development, the different methods of preparing and using hydroponic nutrient solutions, and hydroponic options for various environmental conditions. Supported by a wealth of tables and figures, it provides clear explanations of the advantages and disadvantages of each hydroponic growth system. It also includes simple experiments to grow hydroponic plants successfully. New chapters include one on the hydroponic greenhouse and one on hydroponic cropping that details specific procedures for growing various fruits, vegetables, herbs, and flowers. A bonus CD-ROM includes a host of full color illustrations that depict working hydroponic systems.

Recenzje

"…helps clarify the existing confusion between hydroponics and soilless culture...I found the language style to be flowing yet disciplined enough not to read like a weekly periodical. …chapters have been kept deliberately short and to the point. Each chapter is nicely wrapped up in a short summary at the end and Benton Jones has made use of a plethora of modern references that all students of hydroponics will find helpful. …well worth having on any plant scientists' shelf."
-Dean da Costa, in Science Direct, from the South African Journal of Botany, 2006

Spis treści

IntroductionHow Plants GrowSoil and HydroponicsThe Plant Root: Its Roles and FunctionsThe Essential ElementsThe Beneficial ElementsThe Nutrient SolutionSystems of Hydroponic/Soilless CultureSystems of Hydroponic CultureOrganic Media Soilless CultureThe Hydroponic GreenhouseHydroponic CroppingDiagnostic Testing ProceduresPest Control

O autorze

J. Benton Jones Jr.