A hands-on guide to the ins and outs of raising and using
vegetables


Want to grow your own vegetables? You can do it the fun and easy
way with this practical guide. From selecting the right spot to
preparing the soil to harvesting, Vegetable Gardening For
Dummies, 2nd Edition shows you how to successfully raise
vegetables regardless of the size of your plot or your dietary
needs.


You'll discover how to plot your garden and get the soil in
tip-top shape; select the types of vegetables you want to grow;
plant the seeds properly; and care for them as they grow. You'll
also know the right time to pick your vegetables and the best ways
to enjoy them. Plus, you'll get tips on preserving foods grown at
home.





Expert advice on planting, caring for, harvesting, and enjoying
the fruits of your own vegetable garden

Features environmentally friendly ways to combat pests in your
garden

Charlie Nardozzi is senior horticulturist and spokesperson for
the National Gardening Association; he's also been the gardening
expert on such programs as HGTV's Today at Home and Way
to Grow and the Discovery Channel's Home Matters



Whether you have a green thumb or you've never grown a plant
before, Vegetable Gardening For Dummies, 2nd Edition
has all the information you need to create a healthy garden.