Think weeds are just plants growing in the wrong place? Think again.
Joy of Weeds: A Celebration of Wild Plants invites you to look at the natural world a little differently, uncovering the beauty, history and surprising usefulness of the plants we so often overlook.
From cheerful dandelions and prickly thistles to the delicate feverfew, this beautifully illustrated book celebrates 50 wild plants and explores why they deserve far more appreciation than simply being pulled out of the garden.
Each plant comes with its own quirky history and fascinating insights into how it has been used throughout the centuries, from traditional medicine and cooking to the arts and industry. You'll discover the unexpected ways these resilient plants have shaped our lives and why allowing a little more wildness into our surroundings can be a wonderful thing.
Perfect for gardeners, plant lovers, nature enthusiasts and anyone curious about the greenery growing between the cracks, Joy of Weeds will change the way you see the plants you once considered unwanted.
A lovely addition to any plant lover's bookshelf, and a gentle reminder that sometimes the most interesting things in nature are the ones we never planned to grow.
