The New Vegetables, Herbs and Fruit: An Illustrated Encyclopedia

The New Vegetables, Herbs and Fruit: An Illustrated Encyclopedia

Praise for the previous edition: "These three amazing authors have put together a must-have book for any vegetable grower." - Washington Gardener "Satisfying ... There's an abundance of information and tantalizing pictures." - The New York Times This new edition of the huge, classic reference Vegetables, Herbs and Fruit is updated in design - with more and better color - and expanded by 60 pages, covering a total of 70 vegetables, 100 herbs and 100 popular fruits. The most current information on plant varieties and cultivation techniques make it the essential sourcebook for all food gardeners, especially for anyone who wants to grow their own produce and who feels that they could use some expert advice. The topics include: Species and common names - Recommended varieties - Cultivation techniques - Container growing - Harvesting and storing - Pests and diseases - Companion planting - Medicinal uses - Culinary uses with recipes - And other uses and warnings. The coverage is phenomenal - from the care of asparagus through the seasons to the huge number of apples that can be grown in even the smallest spaces. Lavish illustrations in an accessible layout, and clear and accurate text applicable to all regions invite readers to browse and try growing something new. It would be difficult to find an herb, fruit, or vegetable not listed in this massive and comprehensive volume. The first book in this series was released more than a decade ago. Each new edition adds so much more to previously published works. The three authors have combined to present more than 700 pages of all things edible, many of which you can create in your own garden. Whether you have massive space for planting or minimal soil, you can still get great results by following advice given here. There are hundreds of entries in the book, including some items you may be unfamiliar with. That is no reason not to consider adding them to your garden. Photos are included for every entry to assist in identification. Information in the book tells the reader when to grow, where to grow, pests and diseases that threaten, maintenance, cultivation, and harvesting. Medicinal benefits are also noted, adding even more importance to the book... By the time you finish the book (and that may take a while), you will be an expert in all things gardening, able to plant circles around friends, creating the basic and the exotic. The book is an ideal gift for the gardener. ― Shelf Life Magazine Published On: 2018-06-01 [Review of previous hardcover edition:] Satisfying ... There's an abundance of information and tantalizing pictures. Isn't it nice when peas are so neatly tucked into their pods in those very polite rows? -- Dominique Browning ― New York Times Published On: 2010-05-27 This book is very practical and fun. There are lovely color photographs on every page. A reader will be anxious to become a gardener, try out a new herb, or become hungry just paging through the encyclopedia. Since plants are the basis of the food chain most libraries would find the book well used. -- Georgia Briscoe ― American Reference Books Annual Published On: 2017-03-01 [Review of previous hardcover edition:] Good value for money ... very helpful. -- Mary Fran McQuade ― Beach Metro Community News Published On: 2006-11-28 [Review of previous hardcover edition:] For the edible landscape, the best title by far is Vegetables, Herbs and Fruit... everything you need to know to grow, harvest, and use garden produce. -- Connie Krochmal ― BellaOnline Published On: 2006-03-25 [Review of previous hardcover edition:] Not only how to grow, but also how to harvest, preserve and use 70 vegetables... a comprehensive, quick-read encyclopedia. -- Suzanne Hively ― Cleveland Plain Dealer Published On: 2006-03-02 [Review of previous hardcover edition:] This comprehensive garden book goes beyond the dirt, offering tips on growing, harvesting, preserving and cooking. ― Desert News Published On: 2009-02-22 [Review of previous hardcover edition:] A garden book full of surprises... there's so much to discover... excellent information. -- Patty Jessome ― Edmonton Sun Published On: 2006-07-23 [Review of previous hardcover edition:] An excellent source of information on growing and cooking edible plants. -- Cathy Frisinger ― Fort Worth Star-Telegram Published On: 2006-03-11 [Review of previous hardcover edition:] An indispensable resource, giving an amazing amount of information that will be of value to any gardener, whether planting a field or a window box. ― Grainews Published On: 2006-04-10 [Review of previous hardcover edition:] I believe this volume will become a constant source of reliable information. Highly recommended. ― GreatGardenInfo.com Published On: 2009-04-28 [Review of previous hardcover edition:] Amazingly thorough encyclopedic look at edible plants. -- George Weigel ― Harrisburg Patriot-New Published On: 2006-04-27 [Review of previous hardco