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This book will help gardeners to plan smart, grow sustainably, and eat healthily with home-grown crops every day of the year. Experts from the world-renowned Royal Horticultural Society pick the best vegetables available to plant today, and share their tips on how to grow them for best results, 365 days of the year. For each crop there is at-a-glance information on when to sow, plant and harvest and the best varieties to try. From the widest range of tomatoes and potatoes to more eclectic edibles such as okra and ginger, this book shows you how to: - Plan and manage timings to create a succession of crops for year-round harvests - Choose vegetables, herbs, edible flowers and exotic edibles for the best home-grown taste - Pick crops for every situation - Plan ahead for a rainbow harvest and great gut health - Grow crops using RHS sustainable practice to support eco-systems, and protect wildlife and the planet - Feel confident with 120+ crops, grouped into families, with problem-solving tips and best varieties
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The Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) is the UK's largest gardening charity (625k members), dedicated to advancing horticulture and promoting good gardening. Its charitable work includes providing expert advice and information, training the next generation of gardeners and promoting the ecological, aesthetic and psychological benefits of gardening in an urban environment.
