Grow: A First Guide To Plants

Discover the joys of gardening year-round with Grow: A Family Guide to Growing Plants by horticulturalist Riz Reyes, beautifully illustrated by Sara Boccaccini Meadows. Whether you have a spacious garden or just a sunny windowsill, this book is a fun and educational introduction to growing a variety of plants for children aged 7 and up, as well as their families.

From daffodils in spring to pumpkins in autumn and mushrooms in winter, you'll learn to cultivate plants in every season, while uncovering fascinating facts and histories along the way. Did you know the tomato is a cousin of deadly nightshade? Or that lettuce was the first vegetable grown in space? This guide not only teaches you how to grow plants but also introduces you to their surprising relatives and inspiring life lessons.

Why Grow is perfect for young gardeners:

• Year-round gardening: Learn how to grow plants for every season, from spring flowers to summer veggies, and even winter mushrooms.
• Fun plant facts: Discover surprising connections (like how tomatoes are related to nightshade!) and the intriguing history of each plant.
• Practical, step-by-step guides: Clear instructions on how to grow and care for plants, whether you have a big garden or a windowsill.
• Life lessons from nature: Gain insights from plants—like perseverance from cacti and community from mushrooms—that inspire young readers to connect with the natural world.

With 15 hero plants to explore, this book makes gardening accessible and exciting, helping kids and families cultivate their love of nature and grow their own plants.