Plants of the Bible and How to Grow Them

Whether you're a veteran gardener looking for new horizons or a beginner itching for inspiration, planning & growing a garden of biblical plants is a wonderfully rewarding experience. Combining the history of each plant with plenty of practical gardening information, Allen Swenson, an expert gardener, describes more than 40 plants mentioned in the Bible -- from tulips, lilies & iris to wormwood, frankincense & myrrh -- along with the Scripture passage in which each is found. You'll find easy-to-follow advice on how to grow flowers, vegetables, herbs, fruits, shrubs & trees, along with plans for indoor & outdoor gardens. Plus suggestions for a child's Bible garden; a list of seed, root, bulb & plant sources & more. Color & b&w illustrations.Swenson, Allan A. is the author of 'Plants of the Bible and How to Grow Them', published 2005 under ISBN 9780756789169 and ISBN 0756789168.