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Growing Your Own Vegetables: An Encyclopedia Of Country Living Guide
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Drawn From And Expanded On The Bestselling Encyclopedia Of Country Living, This Is A Complete Manual For Setting Up A Vegetable Gardenwhether Its Just A Few Rows Of Lettuce Or A Yearround Field That Produces Enough For A Whole Family To Eat. This Book Is Informed By Years Of Handson Experience And The Wisdom Gathered From A Generation Of Homesteaders And Small Farmers. Starting With Planning The Garden (Plot Size, Seasonal Considerations, Getting The Most From A Small Plot) And Laying It Out (Rows, Beds, Plowing), This Book Addresses The Planning And Growing Issues For All North American Climate Zones. Gardeners Need To Understand (And Love) Their Soil, And The Growing Your Own Vegetables Explains It In Simple Terms, With Advice On Composting And Testing For Contamination (So Important Since This Is Going To Be Your Food Source!). Carla Emery Was A Very Early Advocate Of Gardening Without Chemical Fertilizers, So The Approach Here Is Organic All The Way. The Large Part Of The Book Is The Cropbycrop Guide To Planting, Cultivating, And Harvesting The Delicious Vegetables We Love To Ear: Onions, Leafy Greens, Stems And Flowers (Rhubarb, Artichoke, Broccoli), Roots (Spuds, Radishes, Jicama), Grasses & Grains (Just Imagine: Your Own Wheat Field!), Legumes, Gourds, And The Nightshade Family (That Would Be Tomatoes, Peppers, Eggplant).
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the primary focus of 'Growing Your Own Vegetables'? A: 'Growing Your Own Vegetables' is a comprehensive guide for setting up and maintaining a vegetable garden, covering everything from planning the garden layout to specific crop care.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Carla Emery, known for her advocacy of organic gardening practices.
- Q: What types of vegetables are covered in the book? A: The book provides detailed information on various vegetables including onions, leafy greens, roots like potatoes and radishes, and more, along with guidance on planting and harvesting.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners? A: 'Growing Your Own Vegetables' is suitable for beginners, as it offers clear, simple instructions and insights based on hands-on experience.
- Q: How does this book approach soil management? A: The book emphasizes understanding and caring for soil, including advice on composting and contamination testing, crucial for organic gardening.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on December 30, 2008.
- Q: How many pages does 'Growing Your Own Vegetables' have? A: The book contains a total of 192 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: 'Growing Your Own Vegetables' is available in a paperback binding.
- Q: Does this book cover gardening in different climate zones? A: Yes, the book addresses gardening considerations for all North American climate zones, making it versatile for various regions.
- Q: Is this book environmentally friendly? A: Yes, Carla Emery promotes organic gardening practices in the book, advocating for gardening without chemical fertilizers.