The Vegetable Gardener's Bible, 2nd Edition: Discover Ed's High-Yield W-O-R-D System for All North American Gardening Regions: Wide Rows, Organic Methods, Raised Beds, Deep Soil by Edward C. Smith

Smith’s legendary high-yield gardening method emphasizes wide rows, organic methods, raised beds, and deep soil. Succeed with fussy plants, try new and unusual varieties, and learn how to innovatively extend your growing season. With thorough profiles of hundreds of popular varieties, The Vegetable Gardener’s Bible provides expert information and an inspiring roadmap for gardeners of all skill levels to enjoy abundant homegrown vegetables.

From the Publisher Grow more with less work That’s the promise of gardener Ed Smith’s trusted gardening guide. First published in 2009 and an enduring reference for gardeners of all levels, this handbook offers essential, in-depth information on using wide, deep raised beds and organic methods resulting in bountiful harvests. Gentle on Plants and the Planet Smith’s approach to a healthy, high-yield vegetable garden relies on effective natural techniques for everything from creating nutrient-rich soil through composting and cover crops to managing weeds and pests through attracting beneficial insects and companion planting. From Artichokes to Watermelons A-Z vegetable profiles reveals the strengths, weaknesses, and needs of varieties of crops, and outlines where, when, and how to sow and plant each one. Advice on harvesting and storage give you the information you need to plan your best vegetable garden yet! The Vegetable Gardener's Container Bible The Fruit Gardener's Bible Vegetable Gardening Wisdom THe Backyard Homestead Carrots Love Tomatoes Add to Cart Add to Cart Add to Cart Add to Cart Add to Cart Customer Reviews 1,221 1,095 103 4,915 3,133 Price $13 01 $16 47 $14 32 $12 17 $9 79 More from Storey Grow tomatoes on a patio or broccoli on a balcony with this comprehensive guide to selecting the right plants and containers, controlling pests without chemicals, planning small-space container gardens for urban and suburban settings, and more. This complete resource covers everything backyard gardeners need to know to successfully grow fruit and nuts at home, from choosing the best varieties to planting, pruning, protecting from wildlife, and harvesting. In this beautifully illustrated, browsable handbook, bite-size wisdom, insider tips, and inspiring words from fellow growers highlight the pleasures of every aspect of vegetable gardening, from composting to starting peas and making carrot pesto. Put that backyard to work! Plant, grow, harvest, cook, brew, keep animals, make cheese, preserve fresh produce, gather eggs and honey, make sausage, and much more on just one-quarter acre — the how-to is all here for the enterprising homesteader. Plant parsley and asparagus together to have more of each. But keep broccoli and tomatoes apart or they won’t thrive. This classic companiongardening guide shows how to use the native attributes of plants to create a naturally bountiful garden.