Gardening For Beginners

$17.95

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Published:20150413
Ages: 07+

Gardening is a great way for children to discover how plants grow — and where food comes from — by growing their own fruit and vegetables. An introduction for absolutely beginners, covering all the basics plus lots of hints, tips and ideas. No garden is required as there are lots of ways to grow plants in pots inside, on windowsills or balconies. Gardening — and particuarly growing your own food — has seen a real revival in recent years, with waiting lists for allotments soaring. This is a great way to get the whole family involved, however little space you have. Includes detailed instructions on how to grow herbs, salad leaves, tomoatoes, potatoes, succulents, bulbs, beans, pumpkins, sunflowers and lots more – and even how to create your own pond! Also a great introduction to the basic principles of biology, as set out in the National Curriculum.