Among the Giants

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Stretching across two-thirds of the Gardens, the Arboretum at Kew surrounds the glasshouses in a leafy enclave to walk, wander and discover nature’s beauty. The 12,000 trees rooted in the Arboretum represent more than 2000 species, including rare and ancient varieties. This great collection contains trees as old as the Gardens themselves, many that cannot be found anywhere else in Britain. But who looks after these vast landscapes? In this book, you’ll discover the fascinating work of the Tree Gang: the team of eight that care for the trees at Kew.

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As you wander through the gardens at Kew, stretching across two-thirds of the grounds lies the arboretum. This great collection contains trees as old as the Gardens themselves, many that cannot be found anywhere else in Britain. It is a unique spectacle, full of luscious species, towering redwoods, and hidden life within its branches.

Throughout the year, you’ll find the protectors of this mighty collection. Named the Tree Gang, this team of eight care for the trees across the whole of Kew Gardens. From their daily tree assessments to the intermittent tree felling, journey with the gang to discover why the gang’s work is more crucial than ever.

AMONG THE GIANTS shares heartwarming stories alongside the fascinating insights into the secret life of trees and how they change throughout the seasons – all from the comfort of your armchair.

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Weight 0.22 kg
Dimensions 19.6 × 12.4 × 2.2 cm
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Cover

Paperback

Pages

320

Language

English

Edition
Dewey

635.977 (edition:23)

Readership

General – Trade / Code: K

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