The book entitled Basic Concepts in Horticulture is ideal for any introductory course in horticulture science and tried to encompass detailed fundamentals one should understand in a holistic manner. Coverage includes about 59 critical topics for understanding fundamental concepts, relationship between horticulture and the environment, classification of plants, plant anatomy and morphology, plant propagation concepts, media, nutrients and fertilizers, nursery site selection, plant growth regulators, canopy management, flowering and fruiting habits, harvesting and post-harvest management, recent trends in horticulture, climate change, challenges and opportunities, ambitious horticulture development schemes, career opportunities, urban horticulture, biodiversity conservation, Intellectual property rights