Why is a dogwood called a dogwood? It has nothing to do with dogs. Is there really someone called Joe Pye, and why is the poppy the flower of remembrance? And wait until you read why your mother keeps telling you to eat carrots (hint, they have nothing to do with your eyes)
With humor and story telling skills, Dr A fills in "The Rest Of The Stories" about the common names of some of our favorite plants.
96 stories, photos and indices
228 p.
Why is a dogwood called a dogwood? It has nothing to do with dogs. Is there really someone called Joe Pye, and why is the poppy the flower of remembrance? And wait until you read why your mother keeps telling you to eat carrots (hint, they have nothing to do with your eyes)
With humor and story telling skills, Dr A fills in "The Rest Of The Stories" about the common names of some of our favorite plants.
96 stories, photos and indices
228 p.
Rating: 5/5 stars from Rhoda
I’d say anyone would find something to love about this book. The stories are pretty short and so they’re not intimidating. The writing is wonderful, a refreshing read. There’s something so very sincere in his writing that it just makes you happy to read it. I think this would be a perfect gift for any gardener out there.
