Botany for gardeners / written and illustrated by Brian Capon.
| Author/creator | Capon, Brian |
| Format | Electronic |
| Edition | 3rd ed. |
| Publication Info | Portland, Or. : Timber Press, 2010. |
| Description | 1 online resource (268 pages) : illustrations (some color) |
| Supplemental Content | ProQuest Ebook Central |
| Subjects |
| Contents | Cells and seeds : basics and beginnings -- Roots and shoots : how plants mature -- Inside stems -- Inside roots and leaves -- Adaptations for protection -- Adaptations to fulfill basic needs -- Control of growth and development -- The uptake and use of water, minerals, and light -- From flowers to fruits -- Strategies of inheritance. |
| Abstract | A bestseller since its debut in 1990, this indispensable and handy reference has now been expanded and updated to include an appendix on plant taxonomy and a comprehensive index. Two dozen new photos and illustrations make this new edition even richer with information. Its convenient paperback format makes it easy to carry and access, whether you are in or out of the garden. An essential overview of the science behind plants for beginning and advanced gardeners alike.~Amazon product description. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| Language | English. |
| Source of description | Print version record. |
| Issued in other form | Print version: Capon, Brian. Botany for gardeners. 3rd ed. Portland, Or. : Timber Press, 2010 9781604690958 |
| Genre/form | Electronic books. |
| LCCN | 2009051602 |
| ISBN | 9781604692532 (electronic bk.) |
| ISBN | 1604692537 (electronic bk.) |
| Publisher number | EB00006254 Recorded Books |
| Stock number | 4CE6434A-3B68-4FD5-B83B-B0225FD4A907 OverDrive, Inc. http://www.overdrive.com |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electronic Resources | Access Content Online | ✔ Available |