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Grow A Damn Plant Journal [Bok / Häftad]

<p><b>An inspirational and beautifully illustrated book that tells the stories of 80 plants from around the globe.</b><br/><br/>In his follow-up to the bestselling <i>Around the World in 80 Trees</i>, Jonathan Drori takes another trip across the globe, bringing to life the science of plants by revealing how their worlds are intricately entwined with our own history, culture and folklore. From the seemingly familiar tomato and dandelion to the eerie mandrake and Spanish 'moss' of Louisiana, each of these stories is full of surprises. Some have a troubling past, while others have ignited human creativity or enabled whole civilizations to flourish. With a colourful cast of characters all brought to life by illustrator Lucille Clerc, this is a botanical journey of beauty and brilliance.<br/><br/><b>'A beautiful celebration of the plants and flowers that surround us and a quiet call to arms for change'</b> <i>The Herald</i><br/><br/><i><b>'</b></i><b>This charming and beautifully illustrated book takes readers on a voyage of discovery, exploring the many ingenious and surprising uses for plants in modern science and throughout history'</b> <i>Kew Magazine</i><br/><br/><i><b>'</b></i><b>With beautiful illustrations from Lucille Clerc, this captivating book traverses the globe via plants: nettles in England, mangoes in India and tulips in the Netherlands'</b> <i>Daily Mail</i></p>

A colourful collection of crochet patterns for unique accessories and home decor

From simple bouquets and wreaths to impressive tablescapes,Floristryis a modern and practical handbook that will take you through all the essential steps to creating beautiful floral arrangements.<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />Beautifully photographed throughout, this essential guide demystifies the art of floristry through simple, easy-to-follow instructions, defined by Milli Proust's unique sense of style. Featuring 14 seasonal, sustainable projects, discover how to create with confidence, experiment with color and texture, and add a touch of nature into your life.<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />The Grower&#39;s Guideis a brand new gardening series for those who seek an approachable and accessible insight into the wonderful world of flower growing and floral arranging.

From sowing and germination, to sprouting, repotting and harvesting, The Grower's Guide: Seedsis a modern and practical handbook that will take you through all the essential steps to growing your own cut flowers from seed. Beautifully photographed throughout, this essential guide demystifies the growing process through simple, easy-to-follow instructions, defined by Milli Proust's unique sense of style. Featuring a sowing directory of 30 flowers to grow, learn how to get the most from your soil, tackle common gardening problems, and produce beautiful blooms in a sustainable way.The Grower&#39;s Guide is a brand new gardening series for those who seek an approachable and accessible insight into the wonderful world of flower growing and floral arranging.