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The Old Farmer's Almanac Vegetable Gardener’s Handbook (Old Farmer's Almanac (Paperback))

The Old Farmer's Almanac Vegetable Gardener’s Handbook (Old Farmer's Almanac (Paperback))

by Old Farmer’s Almanac

4.8 (6080 ratings)
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Published

November 12, 2019

Pages

208 pages

Language

English

Publisher

Old Farmer's Almanac

Available Formats & Prices

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Paperback

$12.79

Audio CD

$12.79

About This Book

New and experienced gardeners find this book (companion to the Flower Gardener’s Handbook and Container Gardener’s Handbook ) to be so useful that it is now in its sixth printing! Created for novices, aspiring growers, green thumbs, and old hands alike, The Old Farmer’s Almanac Vegetable Gardener’s Handbook is loaded with advice and inspiration to guarantee success for every vegetable garden—and every gardener! Contains step-by-step advice for successfully growing 32 vegetables; scores of timesaving tips and proven veggie-growing techniques; more than 150 stunning, full-color photos; insightful and entertaining anecdotes from experienced gardeners; recommended varieties; essential reference tables and charts; dedicated pages for recording ongoing observations; and much more!

The Old Farmer’s Almanac , founded in 1792, has a strong presence in the gardening information field that includes such products as the annual Garden Guide (available in both print and digital formats), the Garden Planner (an interactive online resource for planning and recording garden activities), the Gardening calendar (a perennial favorite of gardeners and nature lovers for more than 45 years that has been the #1 best-seller in garden calendars on Amazon), and the Gardening Club (a membership opportunity that offers people a selection of Old Farmer’s Almanac gardening and related products every year). The Old Farmer’s Almanac reaches millions through its powerful presence on Almanac.com and the Facebook, Instagram, and Pinterest social media platforms. In addition, a daily e-newsletter promotes the Almanac family of products to more than 600,000 recipients, and a biweekly gardening e-newsletter reaches 157,575 gardeners.

54% of young adults (ages 18 to 34) would rather go to a garden center than a nightclub. According to latest trends for popular gardening projects, “Creating vegetable gardens” is #1. Growing vegetables offers folks—even those who have only a small space—the opportunity to grow their own food, get outdoors and exercise in a wholesome environment, feel the peace of working with nature, and enjoy the satisfaction of watching plants develop and thrive through one’s own efforts.

Growing one’s own food also offers a sense of security in these days of supply shortages and high prices, and a bountiful harvest provides a perfect opportunity for sharing with family, friends, and the community. Vegetable gardening also provides people more choices in variety and flavor than most grocery stores can offer and allows them to have more control over the use of pesticides on their food. Fresher, healthier, and satisfying—it’s no wonder that vegetable gardening is such a favorite pastime!

Introduction

Gardening can sometimes seem like an intricate art reserved for those with seasoned green thumbs. However, The Old Farmer's Almanac Vegetable Gardener’s Handbook opens the gates wide for beginners and seasoned growers alike. With age-old wisdom and modern techniques, this guide demystifies the process of growing thriving, delicious vegetables right in your backyard.

Dive into a world where the secrets of successful gardening are not only accessible but tailored for all. Unlock the wonders of nature as your garden transforms into a productive masterpiece full of flavor and nourishment.

Key Takeaways

Comprehensive guide offers expert tips for growing vegetables successfully. Suitable for both beginners and experienced gardeners. Combines traditional wisdom with modern cultivation techniques.

Detailed Description

For centuries gardeners have turned to The Old Farmer's Almanac for reliable advice. This handbook is a specially tailored extension designed solely for vegetable gardeners. With pages filled with easy-to-follow steps it removes intimidation from gardening practices making them accessible to everyone.

Not just focusing on planting and harvesting the book delves deeply into understanding soil health pest control and seasonal strategies. It offers unique insight into how climatic conditions affect plant growth ensuring your efforts yield the best results. Detailed illustrations and clear instructions make complex processes like companion planting understandable and achievable.

Readers will discover hands-on projects and experiments that encourage learning by doing further enhancing their gardening proficiency. Beyond techniques it inspires a deeper connection with nature encouraging sustainable and organic practices that not only benefit the garden but also the environment. Season by season the handbook ensures that gardens remain bountiful healthy and vibrant.

Interspersed with tips from seasoned gardeners and vibrant anecdotes every section aims to equip readers with the confidence and knowledge needed to grow a thriving vegetable garden at home.

Standout Features

This book bridges the gap between historical wisdom and modern gardening trends offering a blend that respects the past while embracing the future It provides tailored advice suitable for gardeners of all skill levels Thoughtfully designed it balances theoretical knowledge with practical applications Readers get not only the 'how' but also the 'why fostering a deeper understanding of the natural world and gardening practices The inclusion of visually engaging illustrations and real-life testimonials adds to the handbook’s value making the journey of growing fresh vegetables both educational and inspirational Each page invites you to celebrate the joy of gardening.

Book Details

ISBN-10:

1571988459

ISBN-13:

978-1571988454

Dimensions:

6.75 x 0.75 x 8.75 inches

Weight:

1.18 pounds

Specifications

Pages:208 pages
Language:English
Published:November 12, 2019
Publisher:Old Farmer's Almanac
Authors:Old Farmer’s Almanac

Rating

4.8

Based on 6080 ratings

Customer Reviews

A must for first timers!

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Rhino
June 24, 2024

This book discussed numerous vegetables and the must knows! I'm a beginner at gardening and have referenced this multiple times. Tells you the soil PH, partner planting, temperature, etc. The size of the book is great as I don't like small books. Easy large readable print.

Perfect info that all vegetable gardeners need to know.

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Amazon Customer
May 6, 2024

My son decided to have a garden for the first time ever. He has it tilled but didn’t know exactly what he should plant when Etc… all the things that are pertinent. It is his 39th birthday today and I was thinking the farmers almanac may be helpful but when this came up in my search and I watched the video reviews I knew this is what he needed. It shows what to plant, when to plant , when to harvest, how deep, how far apart, and what to plant next to what. All in pretty photos. There is a section to write any info you may need to know all handy in one book. I gave it to him last night and he was over the moon. He loves books and acquiring new skills and he said it was just what he needed and didn’t know it. He texted me today and said he loved it so much, this gift choice was very cool, thoughtful and creative and much needed.

good source of introductory information

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Squid
July 30, 2024

Quick and easy to use for basic information on a extensive bunch of veggies.

All of it

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KEL
September 7, 2024

Very informative

Simple format

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Sasha J.
March 28, 2024

I like the simple format. An easy read, a few nice pics and very helpful.

Excellent Gardening Reference Book

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Melissa Ramirez
August 6, 2024

I am newer to gardening and this book has been invaluable to increasing my planting and plant care knowledge. It is filled with useful information and great illustrations to keep it interesting and informative. I highly recommend this book!

Vegetable Gardner's Handbook is concise and informative.

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Lindalou528
May 16, 2024

This book is comfortable to hold with a flexible cover. The information is great and I can't think of anything I would change about it. There are several charts left blank for you to fill out, which includes the following: Soil Tests (Date-Results and Amendments), My Soil's pH (Date-Test Results/Goal-Amendments), My Compost Planner (Date-Ingredients Added, Water Added, Duration Turned), My Favorite Veggies (Year Planted/Variety, Source, Harvest Quality), My Seed Starting Record (Date Planted, Seed/Variety, Medium, Days Until Transplant), My plant Companions (Crop, Companion/s, Effect (If Notable), and seven other charts. There are lots and lots of photos, information on pest control, a good index, and much more. The more I look this book over, the better I like it. I highly recommend it to anyone interested in learning more about plants and/or gardening.

Fantastic gardening book

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oldehawg
September 9, 2024

This book has so much information and all in an easy way to follow to companion plants. This has to be listed as the very best for any gardener, whether old time farmer Jones or the newest ones. Cannot stress how valuable this book has been to use.