Soil Science and Management

This text for students in horticulture and landscaping programs presents soil science theory tied to horticulture and agriculture. There is special emphasis on sustainable management of soil and water resources, and soils in relation to natural ecosystems. The text is illustrated with color photos throughout and contains activities requiring web research (with many links provided), along with key terms, sidebars, and process illustrations. Reference appendices review basic science and give data on soil orders, land evaluation, and preferred soil characteristics for selected trees. This sixth edition offers expanded focus on horticultural soil use, especially landscape horticulture, with new and expanded material on topics such as landscape irrigation, greenhouse fertilization practices, LEED certification, soil biology and geology, and climate change. Annotation ©2013 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
Gain a practical understanding of soil properties and the soil management techniques most important for the effective use of soils with SOIL SCIENCE AND MANAGEMENT, 6E. This non-technical, reader-friendly book details all aspects of effective soil usage, including management techniques, composition, fertility, erosion, conservation,and irrigation in this practical guide. This edition highlights horticultural uses of soil as well as the latest green methodologies in both agricultural and horticultural practice from the perspective of farmers, horticulturalists, environmentalists and others who are concerned about how soils work and how they can be used most effectively. This edition further examines nutrient management and best practices with the latest updates on legal issues and government programs that make it a useful resource now and invaluable reference for the future.