The Complete Book of Vegetables, Herbs and Fruit

by Bob Flowerdew (Author), Matthew Biggs (Author), Bob Flowerdew (Author), Matthew Biggs (Author), Matthew Biggs (Author), Jekka Mcvicar (Author)

• Used

  Paperback
  2006

  $4.18

  The Complete Book of Vegetables, Herbs and Fruit is a comprehensive guide to selecting, cultivating, harvesting and cooking your own fresh produce at home. 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. The book combines lavish illustration with an accessible layout and details the cultivation, companion planting, pests and diseases and culinary, medicinal and cosmetic uses for each variety. It is a real must-have for every gardener or cook.

• Used

  Hardcover
  2004

  $3.24

  In The Complete Book of Vegetables, Herbs, and Fruit, a dream team of top gardening experts provides for each plant: A history of the its origins and how it has traditionally been used; common, family, and Latin names; a wide-ranging list of species from which to choose, detailing size, leaf shape, form, and color; information on cultivation and propagation, pests and diseases; and harvesting and storage tips. The book explores all uses-- medicinal, culinary, cosmetic and domestic-- and features more than 600 recipes for enjoying your bounty.