Plants with Superpowers: 75 Remarkable for your Garden and Home in Bloomington, MN

David Domoney is a familiar face on several of UK TV’s
most popular garden and magazine programs
. He is a great enthusiast for the
positive power of plants
and is constantly discovering and seeking out new and amazing facts about nature. He is known for his ability to turn complex scientific topics into
fascinating facts
that are easy to understand.
In David’s new book, he shares with readers an
incredible array of plants
that have
extraordinary capabilities
. After considerable research into myths, legends, and scientific papers, in this fantastic read he illustrates how the natural world has truly
gifted plants with superpowers
.
The 75 featured plants each have unique abilities that are wondrous to adults and children alike. They possess a
dazzling array of powers
and yet can be grown and enjoyed in your garden or home. Learn the mysteries of these plants and you too will be able to appreciate these
true wonders
. Amongst other examples, discover how:
Snowdrops produce their own anti-freeze
The military uses deadly nightshade to counteract chemical warfare
Venus fly traps have a memory and can count
A potato can charge your mobile phone
The sensitive plant moves when touched
Prehistoric Ginkgo trees can survive an atomic bomb
In folklore, blackthorn was thought to have the best wood for magic wands
For all the plants that are included in the book, there are reliable growing tips as well as a miscellany of
captivating facts
, making this ideal for both novice and experienced gardeners alike.