Mastering the Art of Vegetable Gardening
is your "201" level course in cultivating produce. Expand your knowledge base and discover options that go beyond the ordinary!
Prepare to encounter new varieties of common plant species, learn their history and benefits, and, most of all, identify
fascinating new edibles to grow
in your own gardens. Written by gardening expert Matt Mattus,
offers a wealth of new and exciting opportunities, alongside beautiful photography, lore, insight, and humor that can only come from someone who has grown each vegetable himself and truly loves gardening. More than
200 varieties of vegetables and herbs from the 50 most popular groups
are featured in hands-on profiles that tell you how, where, and why to grow each one. Take artichokes for example: They are far from the most common edibles home growers choose, but when and if you choose to grow artichokes, you'll be fortunate to find more than one seed option, even at the better nurseries. In truth, there are
nearly a dozen varieties
of artichoke that are suitable for home growing in just about any climate, and each has its own unique benefits and characteristics. In
, you will find 10 types of artichoke described in through, loving detail—along with helpful tips on where and how to acquire seeds for each. And artichokes are just one item in this field-tested garden basket. Other popular and fascinating vegetables include: celtuce, Asian greens, cowpeas, carrots and parsnips, potatoes, parsley, and of course the tomato—you'll find over two dozen varieties discussed. If you are one of the more than 800,000 folks per year who has begun growing vegetables at home,
is the
reference you need to pursue this rewarding activity
to a whole new level of excellence, satisfaction, and success.