Flower cultivation, once a pastime for gardeners, has evolved into a lucrative business. In India, where floriculture is a vital part of our cultural and heritage, flower crops have become a significant source of income. To enhance the productivity, quality, and export potential of various floricultural crops, concerted efforts are being made across the country. As trends change and there is a constant demand for innovative products, it is crucial to stay informed about new potential crops with novel varieties and improved production methods. The growing global interest in floriculture has also led to agricultural universities and colleges incorporating it into their curriculum. The book, Flower Crops: Cultivation and Management, is an excellent collection of recent advances in floriculture, compiled by the author. It provides detailed information on the cultivation practices and challenges involved in growing flower crops, as well as comprehensive descriptions of the crops and potential varieties.
Anil Kumar Singh: Professor, Department of Horticulture, Institute of Agricultural Sciences, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi 221 005, Uttar Pradesh, India
Section I- Avenues and Scope of Floriculture Industry: Section II- Crops: 01. Alstroemeria 02. Anthurium 03. Bird of Paradise (Strlitizia) 04. Carnation 05. China Aster 06. Chrysanthemum 07. Crossandra 08. Dhalia 09. Freesia 10. Gerbera11. Gladiolus 12. Gloriosa 13. Iris 14. Jasmine 15. Liatris 16. Lily 17. Lotus 18. Marigold 19. Narcissus 20. Orchids 21. Rose 22. Snapdragon 23. Stock 24. Tuberose25. Tulip 26. Zantedeschia (Calla Lily) 27. Zinnia Section III: Emerging Issues in Floriculture 28. Organic Floriculture 29. Biotechnology in Floriculture 30. Role of Information Technology in Floriculture 31. Floriculture in The Era of WTO