Gardeners are inherently curious.
The simple and accessible language and highly detailed black and white illustrations make this the perfect guide for anyone looking for a deeper appreciation of the wonderful world of plants..
The terms include simple concepts like petal and sepal, some that apply only to a particular group of plants or to entire ecosystems, and others that are only visible under a microscope.
Through concise definitions and detailed black and white illustrations, it defines 1300 words commonly used by botanists, naturalists, and gardeners to describe plants.
A Botanist's Vocabulary gives gardeners and naturalists a better understanding of what they see and a way to categorize and organize the natural world in which they are so intimately involved.
But they are often unable to accurately name or describe their discoveries.
They spend hours reading plant catalogues.
They pick up fallen blossoms to examine them closer.
They make note of a plant label in a botanical garden and then go home to learn more.
Gardeners are inherently curious
