For all of your gardening questions, The Veggie Gardener's Answer Book has the answers, gathered together in a sturdy little book for handy in-the-garden reference. You'll find helpful information on everything from planning and planting a vegetable garden to improving soil, caring for crops, organically controlling pests and diseases, and harvesting.
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In this latest addition to Storey’s popular Answer Book series, veteran horticulturist and gardener Ellis uses the straightforward Q&A format to furnish pithy responses to the most basic, as well as the most esoteric, gardening questions. From the simple sowing of seeds to the complexities of crop rotation to the benefits of organic pest control, Ellis demystifies essential cultural techniques and practices, and profiles more than 20 popular garden crops. Helpful sidebars offer tips on such critical topics as weeding and harvesting, while appendixes cover crop-planting guidelines and a state-by-state breakdown of growing seasons. As global warming and natural disasters continue to impact the availability and affordability of commercially produced vegetables, the merits of growing one’s own food become increasingly important. Knowing what to do, and when and how to do it, is made abundantly clear in Ellis’ handy, quick-reference guide. --Carol Haggas
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“This handy little book will give you information on everything from starting seeds to dealing with pesky critters in the garden. We loved the crop-by-crop breakdown of care tips.”
Rocky Mountain News
“Just in time for the reborn popularity of home vegetable gardening is this fat pocket-sized book….The information is solid and to the point.”
The Patriot-News (Harrisburg, Pa.)
“The Veggie Gardener’s Answer Book is one long Q-and-A session with a master gardener.”
Milwaukee Sentinel
“Barbara Ellis knows how your garden grows or, more specifically, how it should.”
The News Tribune (Tacoma, Wash.)
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20 of 21 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I love this book! I saw it at Barnes + Noble yesterday, looked at it for five minutes and had to have it! I've been reading it since and am very pleased. For years I've been wanting to plant a vegetable garden, but have been intimidated.
Barbara Ellis has written this book to remove the fears of planting. The layout is great, with questions and answers laid out in a logical format.
The book is jammed pack with information, tips, problem solving techniques and it's all about organic!
I even like the size and feel of the book.It's just over 4" x 6" and over an inch thick and over 400 pages long. The cover is really sturdy--something I like, as I tend to be rough with my "how to" books. The illustrations are simple but good, too.
I highly recommend this book!
By the award winning author of Harmonious Environment: Beautify, Detoxify and Energize Your Life, Your Home and Your Planet
Barbara Ellis has written this book to remove the fears of planting. The layout is great, with questions and answers laid out in a logical format.
The book is jammed pack with information, tips, problem solving techniques and it's all about organic!
I even like the size and feel of the book.It's just over 4" x 6" and over an inch thick and over 400 pages long. The cover is really sturdy--something I like, as I tend to be rough with my "how to" books. The illustrations are simple but good, too.
I highly recommend this book!
By the award winning author of Harmonious Environment: Beautify, Detoxify and Energize Your Life, Your Home and Your Planet
13 of 14 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I spotted this in a Border's bookstore about 2 weeks ago and immediately bought it. Although it doesn't mention lasagna gardening, which is what I do (Google the term for more info) the rest of the book is filled with outstanding information in an easy-to-find format. Within minutes I found answers to dozens of questions, and I'm a lifelong gardener with tons of experience although I haven't gardened in about 5 years so I needed the help. Gives a good concise outline, pros/cons and dos/don'ts of different crop types--it really helped me decide what to plant and when. Though thick, the book itself is small enough to put in a large pocket to carry with you while gardening. I highly recommend this book for experienced and new gardeners alike.
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
By Sarah
Format:Paperback
Fabulous resource with tips and ideas for home gardening. Includes basic information on pests and diseases and how to get rid of them, composting, crop planning and rotation, etc, along with a large section information on individual vegetables. I've found the tips on when to start seeds indoors the most helpful.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
good reference
I like how this book is laid out in Q&A format. That makes it easy for me to find my answer quickly.
Published 1 month ago by Busy Mom
4.0 out of 5 stars
Good information
I like this book it is a great reference for any skill level of gardener. I would recommend this be added to your library.
Published 3 months ago by S. Clark
5.0 out of 5 stars
love this book!
I have looked at a lot of gardening books in the past from the library, but this one is probably one of my all time favorites! Read more
Published 4 months ago by mld
4.0 out of 5 stars
Very Good
Been wanting this book. It really has alot of question and answers about specific topics. Small book but hard cover.
Published 5 months ago by Dana J. Calkins
4.0 out of 5 stars
veggie
I was in search of a book to help me with any questions I might have as I start my veggie garden.
Published 5 months ago by cholla58
5.0 out of 5 stars
Veggie Gardener's answer book
I am trying raised bed gardening for the first time. I also wanted to learn about composting. This book answers every question!
Published 11 months ago by gertrude
5.0 out of 5 stars
Loads of Info : )
Just received this book today.It took awhile since the book was returned to seller and it had to be remailed. Read more
Published 11 months ago by enots
5.0 out of 5 stars
Excellent
This book was listed as used. When I received the book it was just like new. You could not tell the difference between new and used. Read more
Published on May 2, 2010 by Linda S. Skoden
1.0 out of 5 stars
Disappointed
This book was extremely simplistic. Perhaps better suited for beginning gardeners, I did not find the information or knowledge I was hoping for. Read more
Published on October 11, 2009 by plantnposies
5.0 out of 5 stars
VERY helpful!
I bought this for my wife, The Gardener, and she says it's full of invaluable info.
Published on May 26, 2009 by William M. Jackson
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