At a time when natural, organic food is at a premium and consumers want to know where their food comes from, a home vegetable garden seems like a no-brainer. Vegetable Gardening shows readers how to go from "backyard to table" in plots of any size--whether you live on a large piece of property or have a spot in a community garden, you can reap the healthy, delicious rewards of growing and eating your own fresh vegetables. From artichokes to zucchini, author Carol Klein shares the expertise gained from her years of gardening success to help gardeners of all skill levels select suitable locations, choose what to plant, determine when to plant, and nurture a garden full of thriving vegetables. Profiles of more than forty garden favorites include advice on where to grow, sowing and planting tips, how to care for the crop, harvesting instructions, storage and cooking ideas, common pests and diseases, and notable varieties.Inside Vegetable Gardening:
The benefits of a backyard garden
Considerations for your garden site, including soil type, drainage, and exposure
Tips for growing in small spaces
Examples of different setups for watering your plants
Dealing safely with weeds, pests, and parasites
A seasonal guide to planting and harvesting
Step-by-step instructions for planting more than forty types of vegetables
- ISBN10 162008208X
- ISBN13 9781620082089
- Publish Date 8 March 2016
- Publish Status Transferred
- Publish Country US
- Imprint Companion House
- Format Paperback (US Trade)
- Pages 224
- Language English