In this updated 2nd edition of
California Fruit & Vegetable Gardening
, the critical elements of climate, soil, sun, and water are addressed to ensure your success, no matter which part of The Golden State you call home.
California's diverse and unique growing conditions
offer special challenges to food gardeners. Whether you garden in the southern, central, or northern part of the state, you'll find
the answers you're looking for
. From
soil preparation
and
starting seeds
to safely managing
California's most troublesome vegetable garden pests
, author Claire Splan guides you to your most productive garden ever. Inside, you'll find detailed profiles of
over 60 edible plants
that thrive in
California's distinctive growing conditions
, including favorites like avocados, tomatoes, passion fruits, eggplants, beets and pomegranates. In addition to
vegetables and fruits
, also featured are
popular herbs.
Helpful
charts and planting graphs
keep you on track, while the
garden maintenance tips
found throughout ensure a lush, productive, and high-yielding garden. Whether you grow in containers, raised beds, an extensive kitchen garden, a community garden, or a backyard veggie patch,
serves as an
invaluable resource to West Coast gardeners
, regardless of whether you're a first-time grower or an experienced Master Gardener.
is part of the regional
Fruit & Vegetable Gardening series
from Cool Springs Press. Other books in the series include
Texas Fruit & Vegetable Gardening
,
Mid-Atlantic Fruit & Vegetable Gardening
Carolinas Fruit & Vegetable Gardening
, and many others.