Seeds

The Definitive Guide to Growing, History & Lore

By H. Peter Loewer; Peter Loewer
(Timber Press (OR), Paperback, 9780881926828, 240pp.)

Publication Date: April 2010

Categories: General

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All life on earth begins and ends with seeds. From grains of rice and wheat to corn kernels and coconuts, seeds provide the majority of the world's food supply. On a more humble level, every garden and gardener depends on seeds to provide beauty and nourishment.

From the practical concerns of seed raisers and collectors, to the ancient lore, history, and biology of seeds, Peter Loewer has written a remarkable book for anyone interested in the life of plants and the planet. With a focus on the concerns of gardeners, he provides detailed advice on buying, storing and germinating, sterilizing soil, indoor to outdoor transplanting---even building cold frames. Blending science and hands-on experience, "Seeds is the rare gardening book that is as useful as it is fascinating to read.

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