Resource Book on Horticulture Nursery Management

Bibliography
Preparation of bibliographies, list of priority material and collection of specimens
for library are good source to have information on huge number of plants. This is an easy
way of documentation.
Digitization
Computerized database of plants with photographs which enables ready to serve soft
information convertible to visual source and greatest convenience for mobility of the
material. It can be paperless source of which can be an international source of plant
information without boundaries and universal applicability. This can be huge database
from many countries and institutes.
Planting
Planting live plantlets provide an excellent opportunity to learn about plants over a
period of time. Well drained light soils with good moisture retention are good for
planting library plants. Planting should be done when soil is warm. To make soil more
suitable and workable apply light water to the soil three hours prior to planting. Avoid
over watering. To avoid stress planting should be done in late afternoon. Water
stagnation results in root rot or susceptible to fungal diseases. Set plants in the ground at
the same depth as they were in container.
9.2.2 Location Specific Library Plant Arrangement
Climate
Climate has direct effect on health and vigor of plant. The climate of the area is a
permanent feature and cannot be changed. The climate and type of soil, rainfall,
temperature, and humidity play an important role in sustainability of the plants. It
influences the growth of the plants. Many plants are capable to grow in diversified
climatic conditions but preference should be given to well growing local species.
Plants Growing in Sunlight
Selection of plants: Choose desirable plants for particular area. Select popular plants
suitable for the region. The geographic location of that area is important consideration
while selecting plants. The performance of plant differs from site to site and climatic
conditions e.g. plains, tropics, temperate or coastal areas.
Some of the plants are very good in protecting environment and helps in bringing
down pollution and maintain the balance of the nature. Some of the plants can tolerate
extreme conditions.
Annuals
An annual is the plant which completes its life cycle in a single season. It grows
from seed to flowering in a single season; they give quick effect and are short lived but
bring fantastic colors. They are most commonly used in monsoon and summer. Some of
the best growing annuals are marigold, aster, petunia, salvia, zinnia .larkspur and cosmos.
They are grown by two ways by direct seeding and raising seedlings in the nursery and
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