The Vegetable Gardener's Bible

A revised and expanded version of the 2000 edition, The Vegetable Gardener’s Bible by Edward C. Smith guides your approach to gardening with the acronym W-O-R-D, for Wide rows (design a bed allowing roots to grow freely), Organic methods (grow plants without chemical fertilizers and pesticides), Raised beds (cement blocks or stones are a great choice), and Deep soil (good soil is not just dirt).

In this 352-page book, you’ll find reference charts, beautiful photographs, and tips on transplanting, harvesting, and storing. The efficiently organized table of contents is divided into three main sections: “From Seed to Harvest—Higher Yields With Less Work”; “The Healthy Garden—Aboveground, Belowground”; and “Plant Directory—Index of Vegetables and Herbs” (which includes alphabetized listings of both vegetables and herbs).

With over 250,000 copies sold, The Vegetable Gardener’s Bible is for everyone from beginners to experts.