Botany & Plants

How do trees live? Do they feel pain or have awareness of their surroundings? Research is now suggesting trees are capable of much more than we have ever known....

From the world's leading forest ecologist who forever changed how people view trees and their connections to one another and to other living things in the forest—a moving, deeply personal journey of discovery....

In 1637, one Dutchman paid as much for a single tulip bulb as the going price of a town house in Amsterdam. Three and a half centuries later, Amsterdam is once again the mecca for people who care passionately about one particular plant....

Dr. Catherine Kleier invites us to open our eyes to the phenomenal world of plant life and to the process she calls “Natura Revelata”, the joy of celebrating and learning from the secrets of nature....

Viewed in over 100 countries and selling hundreds of thousands of tickets, Schwartzberg’s documentary Fantastic Fungi has brought the mycological revolution to the world stage.

An illuminating debut memoir of a woman in science; a moving portrait of a longtime collaboration, in work and in life; and a stunningly fresh look at plants....

This book offers an introductory guide to psilocybin—magic—mushrooms and how to grow them at home. Whether you’re a beginner looking to get into mushroom cultivation or an enthusiast of the medicinal qualities of psilocybin, this is the book for you.

The secretive Mysteries conducted at Eleusis in Greece for nearly two millennia have long puzzled scholars with strange accounts of initiates experiencing otherworldly journeys....

Explore the inner world of plants and its fascinating relation to mankind, as uncovered by the latest discoveries of science. A perennial best seller....

Nature’s toxins, how they evolved, and why we use and abuse them....

Doug Tallamy, the New York Times bestselling author of Nature's Best Hope and Bringing Nature Home, reveals the ecological importance of the mighty oak tree....

In The Secret Wisdom of Nature, master storyteller and international sensation Peter Wohlleben takes listeners on a thought-provoking exploration of the vast natural systems that make life on Earth possible....

An accessible and compelling story of a scientist's discovery of plant communication and how it influenced her research and changed her life....

This book is not only the story of a remarkable scientist and her ideas, it harvests all of her powerful knowledge about why trees matter, and why trees are a viable, achievable solution to climate change....

In an ambitious and comprehensive look at psilocybin—and an inside look at how humanity co-evolved alongside "magic" mushrooms—Jahan Khamsehzadeh, PhD, explores our historical and ancestral relationship to psychedelics and presents new and exciting research....

A tale of obsession so fierce that a man kills the thing he loves most: The only giant golden spruce on earth....

Teaming with Nutrients explains how nutrients move into plants and what both macro-nutrients and micro-nutrients do once inside. It shows organic gardeners how to provide these essentials....

A Natural History of North American Trees gives us a picture of life in America from its earliest days to the middle of the last century....

A distinguished psychiatrist and avid gardener presents “a truly uplifting book on the power of gardening - and how it can change people’s lives” (Stylist, UK)....

On the morning of July 3, 1994, the site of a forest fire on Storm King Mountain in Colorado was wrongly recorded...

We live in a world of seeds. From our morning toast to the cotton in our clothes, they are quite literally the stuff and staff of life, supporting diets, economies, and civilizations around the globe....

Discover a new path to self-discovery and healing with this timely exploration of the therapeutic benefits of psilocybin mushrooms....

When Helen Lehndorf moves to the city after a childhood living off the land in rural Taranaki, she can't help but feel different from her peers and professors. She finds solace in long walks foraging weeds and plants along the river, but something inside her still longs for home....

A seminal work expands how we talk about the natural world and the environment as National Book Critics Circle Criticism finalist Camille T. Dungy diversifies her garden to reflect her heritage....

Tristan Gooley helps listeners reconnect with nature by finding direction and searching for hidden clues in stars, clouds, water and more. Now, he turns his attention to perhaps nature’s most beloved feature – the stately, majestic tree....

In this joyous journey around the wild edges of Britain, Christopher Hart takes us through the life, ecology and history of the humble British hedge, showing us how this much-loved (but somewhat overlooked) feature is inextricably woven into our language, history and culture. Hedges – or hedgerows – have long been an integral part of the British landscape; a bastion of privacy for our gardens, a protective presence on winding country lanes and a vital hiding place for birds and beasts on farmland.

Geraniums are popular ornamental plants that can be easily propagated from stem cuttings. Rooting hormone treatments, typically with IBA, are commonly used to improve the success rate and speed of root formation. In this book you'll learn how rooting hormone promotes strong, healthy roots in plants and how to use rooting hormone with your plants.

Step into the mystical realm of psilocybin with this all-encompassing guide, tailored for everyone from the neophyte cultivator to the experienced mycologist. As interest in the therapeutic and personal benefits of magic mushrooms skyrockets globally, this tome offers a clear, safe, and insightful path to understanding and harnessing their power. Key Features: Legality Lowdown: Navigate the complexities of global psilocybin legislation. Cultivation Craft: Embark on a step-by-step journey, demystifying the nuances of mushroom growth from spore syringe to fruiting marvels. Microdosing ...

The practical and beginner-friendly guide to cultivating psilocybin mushrooms and unlocking its unknown benefits for increased overall well-being, tips, and secrets from an Industry Insider with twenty years of experience! Keep reading to learn about growing your indoor or outdoor magic shroom farm! Do you love magic mushrooms? Are you interested in growing them yourself? Are you curious about the beautiful, underrated world of magic mushrooms and how they can free your life from anxiety, addiction, depression, mood swings, and worries? Are you curious about expanding your awareness and how...

Almost any type of chilli pepper can be grown indoors successfully but Asian style chilli peppers usually do best in that environment. Both Habaneros and Thai chilli peppers are good for an indoor cultivation.

The themes in these fourteen essays become invigorating and intimate in Lee’s hands, centering on the lives of plants like seaweed, tangelos, and soy, and their entanglement with our human worlds. Lee explores the rich backstory of cherry trees in Berlin; a tea plant that grows in the Himalayan foothills just southwest of China; the world of algae and wakame, and the journeys they’ve made to reach us.

Dreaming with Spruce takes you on a journey into the world of the trees and plants. Through introducing concepts of active imagination, shamanic practices, and how to connect and dream with Plant and Tree Spirits (and what that means), this short eBook provides insight, encouragement, and practical application for you to discover or strengthen your relationship with the plant and tree world in general and Spruce in particular. Dreaming with Spruce also shares some of the spiritual characteristics, healing properties, and folklore associated with Spruce. You'll even experience a guided dream...

Dreaming with Sunflower takes you on a journey into the world of the plants. Through introducing concepts of active imagination, shamanic practices, and how to connect and dream with Plant Spirits (and what that means), this short book provides insight, encouragement, and practical application for you to discover or strengthen your relationship with the plant world in general and Sunflower in particular. Dreaming with Sunflower also shares some of the spiritual characteristics, healing properties, and folklore associated with Sunflower. You'll even experience a guided dream or story to ...

Dreaming with Heather takes you on a journey into the world of the plants. Through introducing concepts of active imagination, shamanic practices, and how to connect and dream with Plant Spirits (and what that means), this short book provides insight, encouragement, and practical application for you to discover or strengthen your relationship with the plant world in general and Heather in particular. Dreaming with Heather also shares some of the spiritual characteristics, healing properties, and folklore associated with Heather. You’ll even experience a guided dream or story to receive ...

Dreaming with Nettle takes you on a journey into the world of the plants. Through introducing concepts of active imagination, shamanic practices, and how to connect and dream with Plant Spirits (and what that means), this short book provides insight, encouragement, and practical application for you to discover or strengthen your relationship with the plant world in general and Nettle in particular. Dreaming with Nettle also shares some of the spiritual characteristics, healing properties, and folklore associated with Nettle. You'll even experience a guided dream or story to receive special ...

Dreaming with Willow takes you on a journey into the world of the trees and plants. Through introducing concepts of active imagination, shamanic practices, and how to connect and dream with Plant and Tree Spirits (and what that means), this short book provides insight, encouragement, and practical application for you to discover or strengthen your relationship with the plant and tree world in general and Willow in particular. Dreaming with Willow also shares some of the spiritual characteristics, healing properties, and folklore associated with Willow. You’ll even experience a guided ...

Dreaming with Apple takes you on a journey into the world of the trees and plants. Through introducing concepts of active imagination, shamanic practices, and how to connect and dream with Plant and Tree Spirits (and what that means), this short book provides insight, encouragement, and practical application for you to discover or strengthen your relationship with the plant and tree world in general and Apple in particular. Dreaming with Apple also shares some of the spiritual characteristics, healing properties, and folklore associated with Apple. You'll even experience a guided dream or ...

Dreaming with Birch takes you on a journey into the world of the trees and plants. Through introducing concepts of active imagination, shamanic practices, and how to connect and dream with Plant and Tree Spirits (and what that means), this short book provides insight, encouragement, and practical application for you to discover or strengthen your relationship with the plant and tree world in general and Birch in particular. Dreaming with Birch also shares some of the spiritual characteristics, healing properties, and folklore associated with Birch. You'll even experience a guided dream or ...

Dreaming with Rosemary takes you on a journey into the world of the plants. Through introducing concepts of active imagination, shamanic practices, and how to connect and dream with Plant Spirits (and what that means), this short eBook provides insight, encouragement, and practical application for you to discover or strengthen your relationship with the plant world in general and Rosemary in particular. Dreaming with Rosemary also shares some of the spiritual characteristics, healing properties, and folklore associated with Rosemary. You'll even experience a guided dream or story to receive...

Ancient roots + modern nature sanctuary = future planet! Inspired by a podcast conversation between Marina Levitina and Heather Sanderson, this short book explores what it means to hold, heal, and re-wild nature from the heart. Marina Levitina is the director and chairperson of the Lough Grainey Nature Sanctuary in county Clare, Ireland. In this book she shares her personal journey as a child of nature to an adult who, in listening to the land around her, has brought forward the dream and vision of Lough Grainey Nature Sanctuary and vital work to bring a connection with nature to children ...