Growing Vegetables: Brimming with information on old favourites as well as unusual plants and crops suitable for a child's garden, plus organic options and gardening know-how, this invaluable reference turns the dream of 'growing your own' into reality. No matter whether you have a large garden or a few tubs on a patio, you'll learn what to grow and how to grow it… and find some tips on how to cook it, too.

In a world of fast foods and mass production, there's a growing trend towards taking the time to grow your own produce. Brought straight from the soil to the kitchen, home-grown herbs and vegetables are not only rich in flavour and goodness… their cultivation and care give you a sense of achievement and pride that no supermarket trip can ever provide.