The new vegetables, herbs & fruit : an illustrated encyclopedia

Format:

Book

Title:

The new vegetables, herbs & fruit : an illustrated encyclopedia

Other title(s):

Vegetables, herbs and fruit

Author:

Biggs, Matthew author

ISBN:

9781770857988

Publication Information:

Buffalo, NY : Firefly Books, 2016.

Physical Description:

704 pages : color illustrations ; 28 cm

Contents:

Introduction -- Vegetables A to Z -- Herbs A to Z -- Fruits -- Orchard fruits -- Soft, bush- and cane fruits -- Tender fruits -- Tropical and subtropical fruits -- Shrub and flower garden fruits -- Nuts -- Practical gardening.

Summary:

"This new edition of the classic reference, Vegetable, Herbs and Fruit is updated in design and expanded by 60 pages, covering a total of over 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 would like to start growing their own produce, who feels they could use some expert advice."-- page 4 of cover.

Subject(s):

Vegetables -- Encyclopedias.

Herbs -- Encyclopedias.

Fruit -- Encyclopedias.

Gardening -- Encyclopedias.

Cooking -- Encyclopedias.

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Summary

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.

Author Notes

Matthew Biggs lectures at the Royal Horticultural Society and around the world. He is the co-author of Complete Book of Vegetables .

Jekka McVicar has been awarded 59 Royal Horticultural Society gold medals. She is well known for her regular appearances on TV and radio gardening programs. She is the author of Jekka's Herb Cookbook .

Bob Flowerdew is an author and a lecturer for the Royal Horticultural Society. His previous books include Organic Gardening Bible: Successful Growing the Natural Way .

Reviews (1)

Booklist Review

This updated and expanded edition of a 2013 book provides readers with an in-depth overview on every fruit, vegetable, and herb that one could think of to grow. It includes information on over 70 different kinds of vegetables, 100 varieties of herbs, and 100 types of fruit. Included in this beautifully illustrated book is a brief introduction to the origins of farming and gardening and the different types of gardens that have existed throughout time. The introduction also discusses botanical names and their importance in identifying plants. The vegetables and herbs featured in the book are categorized A-Z, and included with each entry are the different varieties available, all the ways to properly tend to them, and recipes that can be prepared with them. The fruits that are featured in the book are divided into sections by how they are grown. For those who are interested in the possibility of setting up their own garden, the section on gardening includes tips on where to position specific varieties, preparation of the soil, and actual planting. In addition to the above sections, the book includes a useful guide to sourcing seeds, an expansive glossary, a bibliography, and an index. Diagrams in the gardening section, a chart about crop rotation, and information about pest varieties and control will all be extremely helpful to both novice and experienced gardeners.--Skir, Holly Copyright 2017 Booklist