Plant breeding for the home gardener how to create unique vegetables & flowers
It's the holy grail of gardening: a plant that perfectly matches your tastes and the conditions in your garden. The hitch is, you're not likely to find it at your local nursery or garden center. You're going to have to create it yourself. But don't worry - it isn't hard. Aft...
| Main Author: | Tychonievich, Joseph. |
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| Format: | Books Print Book |
| Language: | English |
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Portland, Oregon :
Timber Press,
2013.
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Table of Contents:
- From teosinte to sh2 : A brief history of plant breeding
- The blank canvas : Making breeding goals
- The birds, the bees, and the tweezers : How to make a cross
- Genetics made easy : And why it matters
- Narrowing the field : Evaluating and selecting your favorites
- Beyond the backyard : Advanced techniques
- For example : How to breed select flowers and vegetables.