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Which comes first the root or the leaf? Why are plants green? How fast does grass grow? Too fast for those who hate mowing! When is red and orange better for you than white?; when choosing onions. Why are white and grey plants more visible by moonlight? The answer to these and many more intriguing questions can be found in this authoritative and entertaining book by garden specialist Caroline Holmes. It makes the perfect present for curious gardeners and for anyone intrigued by the secret world of plants.

Why Do Violets Shrink

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A Hardback by Caroline Holmes

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    Publisher: The History Press Ltd
    Publication Date: 25/02/2008
    ISBN13: 9780750946285, 978-0750946285
    ISBN10: 0750946288
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    Home & Garden Gardening: plants and cultivation guides Natural History Nature and the natural world: general interest Trees, wildflowers and plants: general interest

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    Book Synopsis
    Which comes first the root or the leaf? Why are plants green? How fast does grass grow? Too fast for those who hate mowing! When is red and orange better for you than white?; when choosing onions. Why are white and grey plants more visible by moonlight? The answer to these and many more intriguing questions can be found in this authoritative and entertaining book by garden specialist Caroline Holmes. It makes the perfect present for curious gardeners and for anyone intrigued by the secret world of plants.

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