The Maryland Master Gardener Program is proud to announce our brand-new 2008 Master Gardener Handbook.
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Price: $69.00
We are currently taking orders for the brand new Master Gardener Handbook.
- All new Handbook Fall 2008
- 28 chapters, including 9 new chapters (e.g. ecology, weeds, invasive species, alternatives to turf, landscape design, water quality and conservation)
- 640 pages including 400 color photos. All material completely revised and updated.
- Stated learning objectives for each chapter
- 5 chapters on the basics: ecology, botany, soils, entomology, plant diseases
- 8 chapters on plant groups: turfgrass, herbaceous plants, woody plants, vegetables, small fruits, tree fruits, herbs, and houseplants
- 14 chapters on other important topics (e.g. composting, landscape design, aquatic gardening, wetlands, wildlife)
- A 114 page integrated pest management section that includes diagnosic keys for all major plant groups and special keys for cultural and environmental problems and structural and nuisance pests.
- Extensive new glossary, index, and resource appendix
- Durable spiral binding and laminated covers
- A Bay-Wise approach to gardening that will help you improve your soil, nurture your plants, and manage most pests without pesticides.
Want a sneak peak? Check these out:
For more information, contact the Maryland Master Gardener Program:
Robin Hessey -rmhessey@umd.edu
410-531-1754
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Last updated:
03/10/2009