"...a source of information that’s not only trusted and highly credible, but also approachable for readers at any level and an absolute joy to read."

Awkward Botany

«“Useful for people at different levels of learning—it’s for readers who want a deeper understanding.”»

Kimberly Toscano Holmes, 2023 AHS Book Award Committee Chair

«“Scott Zona is a wizard of botany!... The dude just came out with a great book… it’s Scott Zona’s botany crash course!” »

Joey Santore, Crime Pays but Botany Doesn’t podcast

«"...filled with fascinating photographs of plants from around the world to illustrate his points. Truly, every page is worthwhile, which is a claim not easy to make for a textbook. Even a cursory reading of the book will leave the reader in awe of how exquisitely plants have evolved to adapt and thrive no matter what environment they inhabit."»

Washington Gardener - Top Gardening Books of 2023

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"Zona does an excellent job of explaining the scientific background of plants in great detail and giving definitions along the way to expand readers’ full understanding. This highly recommended book is a fine addition to all gardening collections."

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Lori Wetherell, Library Journal

«"If you share a lack of botanical knowledge and are interested
in truly understanding plant life, A Gardener’s Guide to Botany by Scott Zona (Cool Springs Press, 2023) will educate you in a witty, informative manner."»

Triangle Gardener

«“When I was reading it, I found myself thinking, wow, plants are so freaking amazing and I just want to grow them all.”»

Viveka Neveln, 2023 AHS Book Award Committee Member

«“The author’s explanations of concepts made this book so easy and fun to read. It made we wish I had this book when I was studying biology in high school and college.”»

Perla Sofia Curbelo-Santiago, 2023 AHS Book Award Committee Member