# Plant Science for Gardeners: Essentials for Growing Better Plants

Plant Science for Gardeners: Essentials for Growing Better Plants links plant biology to everyday gardening decisions. It covers photosynthesis, roots, flowering, plant stress, pruning and fertilising, with practical context for adjusting care rather than relying on tips alone.

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## At a glance

- Explains photosynthesis and respiration in relation to plant development.
- Covers how roots absorb and distribute nutrients, and how plants respond to heat, drought and pests.
- Connects plant biology with watering, fertilising, pruning, flowering and fruit production.

## Pros

- The biology-focused approach can help readers understand why common gardening practices work or fail.
- Topics span routine plant care as well as flowering, fruiting and stress response.

## Specifications

### Publication
- Publisher: New Society Publishers
- Publication date: 1 October 2022
- Language: English
- Print length: 224 pages
- ISBN-10: 086571973X
- ISBN-13: 978-0865719736
### Dimensions and installation
- Weight listed: 1.05 kg
- Dimensions: 15.24 x 1.32 x 22.86 cm

## A good fit for

- Gardeners who want the biological reasoning behind plant-care decisions.
- Growers looking to apply plant physiology to watering, pruning and fertilising.
- Market gardeners interested in crop performance and readers trying to make sense of conflicting advice.

## Customer feedback

Customer feedback describes the book as informative and practical, including comments that it debunks gardening myths and takes a science-based approach. This matches the listing’s emphasis on connecting plant biology to care decisions. The overall ratings are mostly five-star, but ratings alone do not show which topics readers found most useful or how the advice applies to a particular garden.
- Positive themes: Customers describe the book as informative.
- Positive themes: Feedback highlights practical, science-based content.

## Frequently asked questions

### What gardening topics does the book cover?
The listing describes coverage of photosynthesis, respiration, root nutrient absorption, flowering, fruit production, heat, drought and pest stress, along with pruning and fertilising.
### Is this a practical gardening guide or a biology text?
The listing presents it as a guide that connects plant biology with practical gardening decisions, including watering, pruning and managing plant stress.
### How long is the book?
The listed print length is 224 pages.

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