Customer Reviews:
 Definitely science made easy. December 3, 2007
This is a super little book, packed with information, very easy to understand and, more importantly, fun to read. It explains the mechanics behind the workings of your garden and gives pointers on techiques and improvements you can make. It is the sort of book you will keep going back to.
The best gardening book I've ever read September 5, 2007
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Actually I don't usually like gardening books that much - just refer to them to solve particular problems. This one is different. It's chatty but well paced, and answers all sorts of questions that you may not have actually asked - but will be very glad when you know the answers anyway. Both illuminating and practical, you will understand your garden far better after reading this book. Don't let the lack of pictures put you off. It's a joy.
An easy read on science - you cannot be serious! November 28, 2004
8 out of 9 found this review helpful
As a keen gardener with no knowledge of botany, I felt I needed something to help fill the gap in my knowledge. Although I have read bits and pieces on the subjects covered before, the very readable style meant that I now actually understand. As a keen seed sower, I now have an idea as to why some of my efforts work and am confident that with the explanations given, for example on why seeds have dormancy, I can increase my chances of success in the future. I consider this to be a brilliant book - it has such a light-hearted style for what could potentially be a very dry topic.
 A delightful read March 14, 2004
5 out of 6 found this review helpful
A lovely diversion from the dumbed down style of gardening you see on TV, this small book runs through the science background of gardening without coming over at all too technical.
I was slightly disappointed with the chapter on Latin names, but the rest of the book was just packed with interesting facts and anecdotes.
If you're interested in how your garden works then you'll enjoy and be informed by this book.
An essential gardening book. August 19, 2003
14 out of 15 found this review helpful
Ken Thompson's book should be on every gardener's bookshelf. It is a well-written, easy to read publication with a nice touch of humour. Ken Thompson makes gardening science easy without trivialising it - and, throughout, there are useful practical tips. As a professional gardener, I highly recommend this book.
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