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The Science of Gardening

7:00pm-8:00pm on Friday 4 April

Times shown are in GMT (UTC +0) up to the 26th March. For events on or after 27th March times are in BST (UTC +1).

Cambridge Union Society, Keynes Library, 9A Bridge Street, CB2 1UA

How does a seed know when it's the right time to germinate? Why does it grow upwards? How does weedkiller work? What does pruning do to a plant? In this talk, we'll explore the gardening year, looking at the science behind it. It'll reveal the fascinating ways in which humans harness natural processes in plants to make them grow where we want and produce our food.

Booking/Registration is: REQUIRED

Additional Information

Age: Adults
Format: Talk
Timing: In person
Cost: Free
Event Capacity: 80
Theme: Environment
Accessibility: Full access, Step-free access, Lift

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