Pests of Ornamental Trees, Shrubs and Flowers by David V Alford

Pests of Ornamental Trees, Shrubs and Flowers by David V Alford

Ornamental trees, shrubs and flowers are an important component of modern life, with large demand for alpines, bedding plants, cacti, cut flowers, house plants and pot plants, as well as herbaceous plants, ornamental grasses, shrubs and trees for gardens and parks. This authoritative and beautifully illustrated account provides a unique source of reference for all practitioners involved in the recognition, biology and control of the pests of ornamental crops. The book opens with a review of the main features of insects, mites and other major pest groups. The principles of pest control of ornamental plants are discussed, followed by sections on the various pests. Each major order and family is considered in turn, with details of their status, host range, world distribution, diagnostic features and biology. Descriptions of the characteristic damage caused and details of recommended control measures are also given, focusing on general methods and types of pesticide and chemical control, thus ensuring that the book will remain fully up-to-date for many years.

.very well presented ... should serve as an authoritative and comprehensive text for practitioners and students.
-Journal of Agricultural Science

...investment that will more than earn its keep.
-Horticulture Week

...recommended to all involved in garden and amenity plant industries as well as the amateur gardener.
-Association of Applied Biologists

Dr David V. Alford, based in Cambridge, UK, has many years of experience working as a government entomologist.

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ISBN 13	9781874545347
ISBN 10	1874545340
Title	Pests of Ornamental Trees, Shrubs and Flowers
Author	David V Alford
Condition	Unavailable
Binding Type	Paperback
Publisher	Manson Publishing Ltd
Year published	1995-04-14
Number of pages	448
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