Growing Vegetables in Hawai'i: A How-to Guide for the Gardener [Paperback]

Kathy Oshiro (Author), Kathy Oshiro (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 1573060801 | ISBN-13: 978-1573060806 | Publication Date: 1999

At last! A step-by-step guide to growing nutritious, delicious vegetables in Hawaii, written by an experienced gardener familiar with Hawaii s special soil conditions and microclimates. Find out how easy it can be to have a convenient, economical supply of homegrown vegetables available year-round. The book contains everything you need to know about soil and garden preparation, fertilizers, seed and plant selection, fences, trellises and containers, watering, and pest control. Also features 70 delicious recipes!

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About the Author

Avid gardener and cook Kathy Oshiro has been growing fruits and vegetables in Hawaii since 1979, on Maui, Lanai, and the Big Island. On their 28-acre farm, she and her family grow a wide range of produce and are exploring several diversified agriculture alternatives, including maile, bamboo, coffee, and awa.

Product Details

• Paperback: 92 pages
• Publisher: Bess Press (1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1573060801
• ISBN-13: 978-1573060806
• Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 8.4 x 0.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12.3 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #45,638 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fabulous recipes and very helpful gardening hints, January 18, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Growing Vegetables in Hawai'i: A How-to Guide for the Gardener (Paperback)

This is one of the best gardening books I have ever bought. The author has a wonderful sense of humor and the material is easy to read and follow. This book is definitely great for the amateur gardener. The recipes included for each vegetable are so delicious! Gardeners in all 50 states (not just Hawaii) will find this book enjoyable.

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Backyard garden saver, January 27, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Growing Vegetables in Hawai'i: A How-to Guide for the Gardener (Paperback)

This is a great gardening book! I received it as a gift and found it especially helpful in answering my questions on pesticides and alternatives to pesticides. My little backyard garden is now in much better shape. The recipes included taste just like mom's home cooking.

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Valuable gardening resource, February 4, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Growing Vegetables in Hawai'i: A How-to Guide for the Gardener (Paperback)

Excellent gardening book. Even though we live in Florida, the book is very valuable for growing vegetables in our climate. Great, easy and delicious recipes too. What a great idea to have recipes in a gardening book.