Ball RedBook, Vol. 1: Greenhouses and Equipment

edited by Chris Beytes

For over 70 years the Ball RedBook has been helping growers produce better crops. The new 17th edition has been divided into two volumes to help growers even more. In the first volume, Greenhouses and Equipment, general editor Chris Beytes has compiled the latest information from industry experts on subjects such as greenhouse structures, glazing, benches, curtains, irrigation, climate control, mechanization, transport, pest control equipment, the headhouse, business management, and the retail greenhouse. A great reference for anyone building, managing, or growing in a greenhouse.
ISBN: 1-883052-34-3, 272 pages, 7 1/4 x 10 1/2 hardcover, (c) 2003

Ball RedBook, Vol. 2: Crop Production

edited by Debbie Hamrick

The quintessential reference for growing horticultural crops! Volume 2 of the 17th edition of the Ball RedBook 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 postharvest care. Photographs, charts and tables throughout. ISBN: 1-883052-35-1 736 Pages, 7 1/4 x 10 1/2 hardcover, (c)2003

Ball Pest & Disease Manual Disease, insect, and mite control on flower and foliage crops-2nd Edition

by Charles C. Powell, Ph.D., and Richard K. Lindquist, Ph.D.

This second edition includes pesticide, cultural, and environmental control information that allows you to learn about the "holistic" approach to managing plant health to save time and money. Chapters are organized in an easy-to-reference format for quick diagnosis and results. ISBN: 1-883052-13-0, 448 pages, 7 1/2 x 9 1/4 hardcover, (c)1997

Seed-Propagated Geraniums and Regal Geraniums Production Guidelines and Future Concerns

by Allan Armitage and Mark Kaczperski

Cultural techniques are the focus of this comprehensive guide to both seed-propagated and regal geraniums. Topics covered include propagation, pests and diseases, costs of growing hybrid geraniums, plant problems, postharvest considerations, and the future. Includes numerous charts, photos, and illustrations.

Ball Perennial Manual Propagation and Production

by Jim Nau

Unravel the mysteries of seed germination, divisions, cuttings, and other forms of perennial propagation. This "cultural cookbook" on herbaceous perennials contains valuable information on 149 genera and 300 species of plants. Specifically written for professional growers.