Publisher's Synopsis
David Domoney is a familiar face on several of UK TV's most popular garden and magazine programmes. He is a great enthusiast for the positive power of plants and is constantly discovering and seeking out new and amazing facts about nature. He is known for his ability to turn complex scientific topics into fascinating facts that are easy to understand.
In David's new book, he shares with readers an incredible array of plants that have extraordinary capabilities. After considerable research into myths, legends, and scientific papers, in this fantastic read he illustrates how the natural world has truly gifted plants with superpowers.
The 75 featured plants each have unique abilities that are wondrous to adults and children alike. They possess a dazzling array of powers and yet can be grown and enjoyed in your garden or home. Learn the mysteries of these plants and you too will be able to appreciate these true wonders. Amongst other examples, discover how:
- Snowdrops produce their own anti-freeze
- The military uses deadly nightshade to counteract chemical warfare
- Venus fly traps have a memory and can count
- A potato can charge your mobile phone
- The sensitive plant moves when touched
- Prehistoric Ginkgo trees can survive an atomic bomb
- In folklore, blackthorn was thought to have the best wood for magic wands
For all the plants that are included in the book, there are reliable growing tips as well as a miscellany of captivating facts, making this ideal for both novice and experienced gardeners alike.
