The Complete Book of Vegetables, Herbs and Fruit combines three best-selling books written by top gardening authors, Matthew Biggs, Jekka McVicar and Bob Flowerdew. It is a comprehensive guide to selecting, cultivating, harvesting and cooking vegetables, herbs and fruit. The authors' acknowledged expertise in their respective fields and their combined practical experience are brought together in this unique and outstanding book. The coverage is phenomenal - from the care of asparagus through the seasons to the huge number of species of apples that can be cultivated, and the herbs that can be grown in even the smallest of spaces. The book combines lavish illustration with an accessible layout, setting out varieties, cultivation, companion planting, pests and diseases, culinary uses, as well as medicinal and cosmetic uses. It is a real must-have for any gardener or cook.
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Review:
...a valuable addition to the library of anyone who wants to grow their own food. -- Telegraph Gardening, December 2, 2006
From the Publisher:
The book contains over 1200 photographs and, covering over 1000 plants and trees, it is the only book anyone wishing to feel the satisfaction of growing their own produce will need, whether they are starting out or wishing to perfect their techniques.
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