Bibliograph

How plants work, the science behind the amazing things plants do, Linda Chalker-Scott

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How plants work, the science behind the amazing things plants do, Linda Chalker-Scott

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references and index

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

How plants work

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

889005922

Responsibility statement

Linda Chalker-Scott

Series statement

Timber Press science for gardeners

Sub title

the science behind the amazing things plants do

Summary

How Plants Work brings the stranger-than-fiction science of the plant world to vivid life. It explains how plants tell time, how they move to follow the sun and capture food, and why they change color. Linda Chalder-Scott, of the popular blog The Garden Professors, uncovers these and other fascinating mysteries in this engaging and accessible introduction to plant physiology.--COVER

Table Of Contents

Under the microscope -- The underground railroad -- What's essential -- Transforming sunlight into sugar -- Why leaves can turn red anytime, anyplace -- How plants tell time -- Night shifts and other unexpected movements -- Garden care, not control -- Finding love in a sedentary world

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