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The Art Of French Vegetable Gardening
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The French, Who Are Known For Their Style In All Things, Have Long Brought Their Artistry To Bear On Vegetable Gardening, Turning Plots That Could Be Merely Utilitarian Into Gardens Of Real Beauty. The Art Of French Vegetable Gardening Explores This Rich And Varied Tradition In A Way That Is Both Inspirational And Practical. Combining 175 Color Photographs Shot Throughout France With An Informative Text, The Art Of French Vegetable Gardening Explains How To Create Different Styles Of Decorative Vegetable Gardens, From The Strict Geometries Of Formal Tradition To The Happyintermingling Of Vegetables With Flowers, Herbs, And Fruit Trees Beloved By Organic Gardeners. Each Chapter Offers Useful Advice And Suggestionsapplicable To Gardens Anywherewhile Evoking The Rich Cultural Context Of The French Potager As Lovingly Described By Colette, Proust, Gertrude Stein, And Many Others.Elements Of Garden Designincluding Layout, Hedging, Walls, Benches, And Vertical Accentsare Detailed, As Are Specific Vegetables That Can Provide Both Beauty And Flavor. Other Topics Include Companion Planting Using Herbs And Flowers, Heirloom And Collectors' Varieties, And Even The Vegetable Garden In Winter. An Extensive Appendix Offers 80 Classic Frnech Recipes For Vegetables, Lists Of Plants American Seed Sources, And French Vegetable Gardens Open To The Public. Practical As Well As Beautiful, The Art Of French Vegetable Gardening Is An Invaluable Sourcebook To Return To Again And Again.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'The Art of French Vegetable Gardening'? A: 'The Art of French Vegetable Gardening' explores the artistry and practicality of creating beautiful vegetable gardens in the French style, combining aesthetics with functionality.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: The book contains a total of 208 pages.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'The Art of French Vegetable Gardening' is Louisa Jones.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: Are there photographs included in this book? A: Yes, the book features 175 color photographs showcasing various styles of French vegetable gardens.
- Q: What kind of gardening advice does the book offer? A: The book provides practical advice on garden design, companion planting, and specific vegetable varieties that enhance both beauty and flavor.
- Q: Is there any information about recipes in this book? A: Yes, there is an extensive appendix that includes 80 classic French recipes for using vegetables.
- Q: When was 'The Art of French Vegetable Gardening' published? A: The book was published on January 9, 1995.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: This is the First Edition of 'The Art of French Vegetable Gardening'.
- Q: What themes are explored in the book regarding vegetable gardens? A: The book discusses various themes including the integration of vegetables with flowers and herbs, garden layouts, and seasonal gardening practices.