The Science of Plants: Inside Their Secret World
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Discover plants like you've never seen them before in this beautifully-designed introduction to the plant kingdom.
Discover the extraordinary diversity of the plant world and how plants work with this photographic celebration of the plants, trees and flowers that share our planet and breathe life into our lungs. The Science of Plants invites you on a breathtaking journey to explore the plant kingdom from the ground up, from root to leaf tip!
Published in association with Kew, and illustrated with inspiring photography, this beautiful compilation takes you on a visual journey of some of the world's most peculiar plants and fascinating flora in exquisite detail.
Throughout the pages of this plant book, you can expect to find:
-Inner workings of wide range of plants explained easily with graphic detail
-Galleries showcase diversity in the plant world and visually define botanical terms
-Feature spreads on key plants combine dramatic photography with rounded descriptions of our most significant,unusual, and sought-after species
-Optional 80-page reference section includes a catalogue of plant families and explanations of botanical names
ISBN: 9780241515501
Number of pages: 360 (Hardcover)
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At grow urban, we're passionate about helping people create greener, happier homes through plants.
From our Edinburgh plant shop, our team of Plant Gurus carefully hand-pick every plant and botanical product we sell, ensuring it arrives looking its very best.
Whether you're searching for your first houseplant or adding to an ever-growing collection, we're here to share expert advice and help your plants thrive.
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We offer happy, healthy plants that are carefully hand-picked and delivered straight to your door from our plant shop.
We will deliver to you in recyclable boxes and we use paper materials and compostable bubble wrap! Our Plant Gurus will ensure that your plants are safe and secure for the journey to their new home!