Vegetables, Herbs and Fruit: An Illustrated Encyclopedia

An illustrated alphabetical reference to hundreds of fruits, herbs and vegetables that can be grown in a home garden. Includes simple cultivation tips designed for easy upkeep, pest and disease control, background details on each plant and recipes.

The New York Times - Dominique Browning

There's an abundance of information and tantalizing pictures.

Matthew Biggs lectures at the Royal Horticultural Society. His other books include Matthew Biggs' Complete Book of Vegetables.

Jekka McVicar has won several top awards from the Royal Horticultural Society. Her other books include The Complete Book of Herbs.

Bob Flowerdew is an author and a lecturer for the Royal Horticultural Society.