Millions of people started vegetable gardening this year for the first time-this beginner-friendly guide offers them all the information they need to do so successfully. “For new and novice gardeners who want a straightforward, unfussy guide to growing their own food.” —Library Journal

“Lorene Edwards Forkner offers a comprehensive guide for growing vegetables and herbs filled with hands on advice and time-tested techniques.” —The American Gardener

“A comprehensive guide to gardening that goes well beyond being appropriate for just beginners… a refreshing overview with an emphasis on nurturing vegetables and herbs in the ground or in containers.” —The Oregonian