Edible Gardening for Washington and Oregon »

Many gardeners throughout Washington & Oregon have a plot of land or a few containers into which they toss a few seeds every spring and later in the early summer enjoy some fresh lettuce, tomatoes, onions and herbs. For other people, the vegetable garden occupies their thoughts year-round, from planning and propagating to digging and hoeing and then harvesting, preserving and enjoying, only to start the cycle the following year. This handy book features 65 accounts of vegetables, herbs, fruits and seeds that gardeners commonly grow each year. The accounts include planting and growing tips, as well as recommended species and dealing with pests and problems.

Introduction 5

Edibles in the Garden 10

Getting Started 13

Preparing the Garden 19

Selecting Edible Plants 22

Starting Edibles from Seed 25

Growing Edibles 30

Problems and Pests 35

About this Guide 50

The Plants 52

Glossary 230

Index 233

About the Authors 240