Books

We, at Hydro-Gardens believe we have the most complete information about greenhouse vegetable growing available in the United States for our customers. The better educated you are, the more profitable you will be. We highly recommend the following books and publications for your reference library.

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VERTICAL PLANT PRODUCTION MANUAL / STRAWBERRY MANUAL

Part # 9P095

Wt. 0.2#

$ 59.95

GREENHOUSE PEPPER PAMPHLET

Part # 9P096

Wt. 0.1#

$ 2.00

GREENHOUSE CUCUMBER INSTRUCTIONAL & PLANT CULTURE MANUAL

Part # 9P097

Wt. 0.2#

$ 10.00

GREENHOUSE TOMATO INSTRUCTIONAL & PLANT CULTURE MANUAL

Part # 9P098

Wt. 0.2#

$ 10.00

GREENHOUSE LETTUCE INSTRUCTIONAL & PLANT CULTURE MANUAL

Part # 9P099

Wt. 0.2#

$ 10.00

NOV. 1996 STRAWBERRY SEMINAR AND CONFERENCE VIDEO

Part # 9P039

Wt. 0.5#

$ 29.95

HYDROPONICS: GARDENING WITHOUT SOIL
by Owner of Hydro-Gardens.

This book is written for the hobbyist, but contains information helpful to all. Covers environmental factors affecting the growth of plants, diseases, insects, germination, medias, transplanting, watering schedules and growing tips for a variety of vegetables.

Part # 9P002

Wt. 0.3#

$ 4.00

CUCUMBER DISEASES
by W. R. Jarvis and V. W. Nuttall, Canada 43 pg.

This book covers causes and control of diseases in cucumbers. Includes fungus diseases, fruit rots, virus diseases, physiological disorders and more. A description of each disease and methods of control are discussed.

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TOMATO DISEASES
by W. R. Jarvis and C. D. McKeen, Canada 70 pg.

his book covers causes and control of diseases in tomatoes. Includes fungus diseases, fruit rots, virus diseases, physiological disorders and more. A description of each disease and methods of control are discussed.

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THE CULTIVATION OF EUROPEAN CUCUMBERS IN GREENHOUSES
by Nunhems Seed Company, Holland

Part # 9P410

Wt. 0.2#

$ 5.00

GROWING GREENHOUSE CUCUMBERS IN SOIL AND IN SOILLESS MEDIA

Contains 9 chapters of useful information gathered over years of research. Subject areas are: The cucumber plant; environmental requirements, nutritional needs, general cultural practices, conventional cropping in soil, cropping in soil with drip-irrigation, cropping in peat moss and other organic media, cropping in rockwool and other inert media, and the nutrient film technique and other hydroponic systems. It contains many useful drawings and charts.

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GROWING GREENHOUSE TOMATOES IN SOIL AND IN SOILLESS MEDIA

Contains 9 chapters of useful information gathered over years of research. Subject areas are: The tomato plant; environmental requirements, nutritional needs, general cultural practices, conventional cropping in soil, cropping in soil with drip-irrigation, cropping in peat moss and other organic media, cropping in rockwool and other inert media, and the nutrient film technique and other hydroponic systems. It contains many useful drawings and charts.

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COMPENDIUM OF TOMATO DISEASES - Out of print until 2012
Edited by University of Florida and Cornell University, 66 pg.

A compilation of work done by 25 university and business organizations. Updated in 1993, it covers all aspects of tomato diseases with 26 pages of high quality color photographs that are described in the 66 pages of very informative and descriptive text. Each disease is discussed by Symptoms, Causal Agent, Disease Cycle and Epidemiology, and control. Areas include diseases caused by fungi, bacteria and viruses; insect damage; and post harvest problems related to various diseases.

Part # 9P225

Wt. 0.75#

$ ?.??

SOILLESS CULTURE OF COMMERCIAL GREENHOUSE TOMATOES
by E.F. Maas and R.M. Adamson, Canada.

A PHOTOCOPY OF AN OUT OF PRINT PUBLICATION
Topics include: Feeding methods, cropping systems, varieties, greenhouse sanitation, cultural methods, management problems, fruit disorders, insects, and diseases.

Part # 9P411

Wt.0.2#

$ 3.00

HYDROPONIC TOMATO CROP PROTECTION
by Dr. Lynette Morgan PhD
This book is from Australia - 275 pages packed with up to date information sourced from scientists and expert growers worldwide Full color illustrations throughout, softcover.

In this superb specialist publication, Dr Morgan pieces together a wealth of worldwide scientific research findings, grower experience, management expertise, and up to date technical information on every conceivable topic relevant to modern commercial greenhouse tomato production, and presents it in her delightful easy-reading style making it all readily understood by a wide audience.

Growers, scientists, academics, merchants and anyone involved in commercial hydroponic tomato crop production anywhere in the world, will benefit from the information presented in Dr. Morgan’s latest book.

Part # 9P110

Wt.0.2#

$ 73.95

Fresh Culinary Herb Production -

by Dr. Lynette Morgan PhD - Australia

Fresh culinary herbs are one of the fastest growing markets for gourmet produce on a worldwide scale. The requirement for year round production of this diverse range of crops has seen the development of many commercial greenhouse herb growing operations. With high quality fresh herb crops providing lucrative returns for many growers, new technology—hydroponic and organic production methods, has been adopted to push yields and quality to maximum levels.

Crop production factors such as hydroponic, soil and organic systems, nutrient formulations, propagation, production planning, recommendations from nutrient and foliar analysis, environmental control, harvesting, post-harvest storage and handling, and pest and disease control, are all covered in easy-to-understand language.

Part # 9P115

Wt.0.2#

$ 51.95

Hydroponic Strawberry Production
by Dr. Lynette Morgan PhD - Australia

In her concise new book, Growing Edge writer Dr. Lynette Morgan gives you what you need to know to successfully grow strawberries year-round.

     * strawberry plant requirements
     * cultivar selection
     * pre-plant treatments
     * propagation and planting material
     * hydroponic media & system
     * crop nutrition
     * planting density
     * pollination
     * pest & disease control

Part # 9P120

Wt.0.2#

$ 51.95

HERBS

GROWING HERBS FROM SEED, CUTTING & ROOT - Currently Unavailable
by Thomas DeBaggio, 72 pg.

This softcover edition first printed in 1994 has excellent color photographs that show exactly how to germinate herb seed; how to transplant; and how to take rooted cuttings. It has a section of general information for some common herbs. There is a section explaining which are generally grown from seed, and which are commonly grown from cuttings.

Part # 9P250

Wt.0.4#

$ ?.??

GENERAL

TURFGRASS INSECTS of the UNITED STATES & CANADA 2nd Edition
by P.J. and M.G. Viliana and H. Tashiro 496 pg.

Provides the most comprehensive coverage available of turfgrass pests. Has information on biological control principles, sampling techniques, setting thresholds, etc.

Part # 9P740

Wt.2.6#

$ 60.00

INSECTS THAT FEED ON TREES & SHRUBS (revised 1991 edition)
by Warren Johnson & Howard Lyon. 560 pg.

Excellent for ID of damage caused by 950 species of insects. 241 full color plates. Hardcover (Cornell Press)

Part # 9P760

Wt.5.4#

$ 86.95

DISEASES OF TREES AND SHRUBS (revised 1993 edition)
by Warren Sinclair, Warren Johnson & Howard Lyon. 575 pg.

Detailed, comprehensive pictorial survey of the diseases of forests, shade trees & woody ornamentals. 1,700 illustrations. Hardcover (Cornell Press)

Part # 9P780

Wt.5.4#

$ 86.95

SELL WHAT YOU SOW
by Eric Gibson, 1994, 283 pg.

Chapter headings are: Getting started, direct marketing, marketing to retail outlets, specialty food products, marketing skills, wholesale marketing, business matters, promotion, harvesting, and resources. Written in an easy-to-read style that is full of useful information about how to plan, execute, and return a profit on your efforts. Not specifically written for the greenhouse business, it provides the tools needed to be more financially successful.

Part # 9P720

Wt. 1.62#

$ 22.95

STRAWBERRY DEFICIENCY SYMPTOMS: A VISUAL AND PLANT ANALYSIS GUIDE TO FERTILIZATION
by A. Ulrich, M.A.E. Mostafa and W.W. Allen, 58 pg.

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Contains a color atlas of visual symptoms of each nutrient deficiency with corrective recommendations. An excellent reference book for those considering raising strawberries.

Part # 9P208

Wt. 0.5#

$ ?.??

COMPENDIUM OF STRAWBERRY DISEASES
by APS PRESS, 1998; edited by J.L. Maas, 98 pgs.

This compendium has 26 pages of high-quality color photographs depicting typical signs and symptoms of important strawberry diseases occurring throughout the world. Each problem is described, symptoms are defined, the causal organism discussed, its cycle and epidemiology included with possible control techniques included. The subject matter includes Fungi, Bacterial, Virus, post harvest, nematodes, and physiological disorders.

Part # 9P425

Wt .80#

$63.95

HYDROPONIC CAPSICUM PRODUCTION - Out of print until further notice.
by Dr. Lynette Morgan PhD and Simon Lennard
This book is from Australia - 126 pages with several color pictures

A comprehensive, practical and scientific guide to commercial hydroponic capsicum production

Chapters include Background and History of the Capsicum species
The Capsicum Plant, Propagation, Crop Establishment and Training, Hydroponic growing systems, Mineral Nutrition, The Capsicum Greenhouse, Pests and diseases Physiological disorders, Postharvest and marketing.

Part # 9P100

Wt .80#

$ ?.??

HYDROPONIC LETTUCE PRODUCTION - Out of print until further notice.
by Dr Lynette Morgan
This book was written in Australia - 110 pages has color and black & white pictures

A comprehensive, practical and scientific guide to commercial hydroponic lettuce production

Chapters include: Introduction & background, The lettuce plant - Germination and media, Cultivars, Hydroponic systems, Hydroponic system engineering, System maintenance, Lettuce nutrition, Pests, Diseases and Physiological problems, Harvesting and shelf life.

Part # 9P105

Wt .80#

$ ?.??

COMPENDIUM OF LETTUCE DISEASES
by APS PRESS, 1997; edited by R.Michael Davis, Krishna Subbarao, Richard Raid, & Edward Kurtz. 77 pgs.

This compendium is intended as a general reference and diagnostic guide not only for plant pathologists and other professional agricultural scientists and workers (for whom disease diagnosis is an integral part of their work), but also for the backyard gardener. It has 14 pages of high-quality color photographs depicting typical signs and symptoms of important lettuce diseases occurring throughout the world. Each problem is described, symptoms are defined, the causal organism discussed, its cycle and epidemiology included with possible control techniques included. The subject matter includes 15 Fungi, 5 Bacterial, 21 Virus, 8 post harvest, 5 nematodes, and 22 physiological disorders

Part # 9P325

Wt. .80#

$63.95

BALL RED BOOK VOL 2: Crop Production
by Geo. J. Ball, Inc.

Volume 2 is a complete guide to growing a range of crops, from annuals, perennials, herbs, tropicals, potted plants, and vegetable plugs. Part 1 of this volume focuses an the myriad components of successful crops--from media, pH, nutrition, water quality, temperature, light growth regulators, pest and disease management, propagating both seed and vegetative crops, and postharvest care. Part 2 lists by genera crop after crop--over 160!--and how best to grow them. Included for each is information about propagation, growing on, pest control, troubleshooting, varieties, and post harvest care.

Part # 9P215

Wt. 3.24#

$ 58.50

HOWARD GARRET'S THE ORGANIC MANUAL: Natural Gardening for the 21st Century
Copyright 2001 by Tapestry Press (TX), 208 pg.

One of the nation's foremost authorities on natural gardening shows how to get started, how to feed the soil and how to compost. A common sense primer that includes sources for plants, organic products and beneficial insects.

Part # 9P220

Wt. 1.42#

$ 18.95

** REMEMBER **
"There is hardly anything in the world that some man cannot make a little worse and sell a little cheaper, and the people who consider price only are this man’s lawful prey. It’s unwise to pay too little. When you pay too much, you lose a little money -- that is all. When you pay too little, you may lose everything, because the thing you bought was incapable of doing the thing it was bought to do. The common law of business balance prohibits paying a little and getting a lot -- it can’t be done. If you deal with the lowest bidder, it is well to add something for the risk you run. And if you do that, you will have enough to pay for something better."
John Ruskin

SUGGESTED PERIODICALS & NEWSPAPERS

American Vegetable Grower 37733 Euclid Ave. Willoughby, OH. 44094-5992	Greenhouse Grower 37733 Euclid Ave. Willoughby, OH. 44094-5992	The Packer PO Box 415 Prairie View, IL. 60069
Nursery Manager PO Box 2639 Clinton, IA. 52735	Greenhouse Manager PO Box 2631 Clinton, IA. 52735	Grower Talks PO Box 501 West Chicago, IL. 60185
Citrus and Vegetable 1819 N. Franklin St. Tampa, FL. 33062	The Grower PO Box 2939 Shawnee Mission, KS. 66021	The Business of Herbs RR 2, Box 246 Shevlin, MN. 56676