Spectacular plants & how to grow them

fascinating · unusual · informative · hands-on

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What is Spectacular plants & how to grow them about?

Discover plants that move, smell strange, trap insects and look like tiny animals. This fascinating guide introduces children to some of the world’s most unusual plants, explaining the science behind their remarkable features. Meet sensitive plants, carnivorous sundews, dancing-looking flowers and a begonia shaped like Darth Vader. Clear explanations and striking photographs reveal how these plants survive, while practical advice shows how to grow many of them at home, from chocolate mint and white strawberries to purple potatoes.

About the author

Stewart McPherson is a British explorer, writer, and television presenter who loves discovering the wonders of nature. He has written many exciting books about plants, animals, and wild places around the world. Stewart is especially known for his adventures with carnivorous plants, helping readers learn about the amazing secrets of our planet.