Overview
For more than 20 years this essential reference has been the bible for Australian students of horticulture—and for practicing horticulturists, groundskeepers, landscapers, and gardeners. With 42 new illustrations, this updated edition has been substantially revised to include the latest advances in horticultural production, with significant revisions to chapters on soil-borne diseases, fertilizers, nursery practices, turf irrigation, and drainage. Other additions to the book include plans for roof gardens, vertical gardens, and water-recycling projects.Author Biography
Kevin Handreck is the managing director of Netherwood Horticultural Consultants in Adelaide, New South Wales. He chaired the committees that set the Australian standard for potting mixes, composts, soil conditioners, mulches, and soils for landscaping and garden use. He was awarded a Churchill Fellowship in 1982 and the Nursery Industry Association of Australia Award of Merit in 1990. Neil Black is a retired teacher of horticulture and the recipient of the 2006 Australia Day Honours award for services to education.
