Vegetables, Herbs and Fruit: An Illustrated Encyclopedia by Matthew Biggs, Jekka McVicar and Bob Flowerdew is a definitive reference and a remarkable value.
Three expert authors combine superb illustrations with reliable information on choosing vegetables, herbs and fruit that can be cultivated to bountiful success. The information is organized for easy access, with an A-Z directory featuring full color photographs along with thorough information. Cooks will appreciate the nutritional material and the featured recipes.
Vegetables, Herbs and Fruit is useful year-round -- from planning next year's garden to enjoying the harvest. Readers will frequently refer to its wealth of tips and advice, which cover:
About the Author
Matthew Biggs lectures at the Royal Horticultural Society. His other books include Matthew Biggs' Complete Book of Vegetables.
Jekka McVicar has won several top awards from the Royal Horticultural Society. Her other books include Jekka 's Culinary Herbs.
Bob Flowerdew is an author and a lecturer for the Royal Horticultural Society.
Book Details
Three expert authors combine superb illustrations with reliable information on choosing vegetables, herbs and fruit that can be cultivated to bountiful success. The information is organized for easy access, with an A-Z directory featuring full color photographs along with thorough information. Cooks will appreciate the nutritional material and the featured recipes.
Vegetables, Herbs and Fruit is useful year-round -- from planning next year's garden to enjoying the harvest. Readers will frequently refer to its wealth of tips and advice, which cover:
- Edibility and nutritional value.
- The most useful and most recommended varieties.
- Plant hardiness, propagation and growing guidelines.
- Cropping, harvesting and storing.
- Weed, pest and disease control.
- Ornamental and wildlife value.
- A maintenance calendar.
- Pruning and training.
- Companion planting.
- Container growing.
About the Author
Matthew Biggs lectures at the Royal Horticultural Society. His other books include Matthew Biggs' Complete Book of Vegetables.
Jekka McVicar has won several top awards from the Royal Horticultural Society. Her other books include Jekka 's Culinary Herbs.
Bob Flowerdew is an author and a lecturer for the Royal Horticultural Society.
Book Details
- Hardcover: 640 pages
- Publisher: Firefly Books; Reprint edition edition (March 16, 2007)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 1554071267
- ISBN-13: 9781554071265
- Dimensions: 10.4 x 8 x 1.6 inches
- List Price: $29.95
- Amazon.com Price: $19.77
- You Save: $10.18 (34%)
