The Secrets Of Great Botanists

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"Every time I open the book, I
see a page that just invites me in."
Bob Tanem In The Garden with Edie
Tanem, KSFO, Cumulus Radio Station Group "Those people who love a beautifully illustrated book which is informative, interesting and a joy to browse will not be disappointed." Blue Wolf "Beautifully and profusely illustrated throughout with full color photography and museum quality artwork, "The Secrets of Great Botanists: And What They Teach Us About Gardening" is informatively enhanced for the reader's benefit with the inclusion of a two page Bibliography and a four page Index. Informed, informative, exceptionally well written, and thoroughly 'reader friendly' in organization and presentation, "The Secrets of Great Botanists: And What They Teach Us About Gardening" is especially and unreservedly recommended for personal, professional, community, and college/university library Gardening instructional reference collections." 9781923011038 "Organised chronologically, each botanist is profiled with their life story, specialty, discoveries and secrets, providing inspiration and practical guidance to gardeners of all levels." Gardening Australia "It's both an inspiration and a guide to how we can use [great botanists'] knowledge in our gardens today." Better Homes and Gardens Australia "This stunningly illustrated book would make a lovely gift for a garden lover." Grass Roots "The extraordinary stories compiled by Biggs in this remarkable collection, which celebrates a great deal more than the worthy science of botany. It is a wonderful book to dip in and out of."New Zealand Booklovers