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SynopsisBrighter zinnias, fragrant carnations, snappier green beans Plant Breeding for the Home Gardener makes it easier than ever to breed and grow your own varieties of vegetables and flowers. This comprehensive and accessible guide explains how to decide what to breed, provides simple explanations on how to cross plants, and features a basic primer on genetics and advanced techniques. Case studies provide breeding examples for favorite plants like daffodils, hollyhocks, roses, sweet corn, and tomatoes., Plant breeding to create new heirloom varieties is an ancient skill but Joseph Tychonievich's Plant Breeding for the Home Gardener proves modern gardeners have the tools to make the most of this easy and rewarding tradition.