Leaves, Roots & Fruit

Now in paperback, the creator of Gardenary teaches you to eat what you sow in this beginner's guide to creating an edible garden from scratch."Nicole inspires us all to dive deeper into sustainability with her beautiful and functional kitchen garden process, full of details that could give anyone a strong foundation to become a lifelong gardener."— Jen Hansard, best-selling author of Simple Green Smoothies and Simple Green MealsDo you dream of walking through your own kitchen garden with baskets full of delicious food you grew yourself? But are you worried you don't have enough space, sun, time, or experience?Then consider this: Plants want to grow. And when you match a plant's needs to your own resources, you're just one step away from success.Nicole Johnsey Burke—founder of Gardenary, Inc., and author of Kitchen Garden Revival—is your expert guide for growing your own fresh, organic food every day of the year, no matter where you grow. More than just providing the how-to, she gives you the know-how for a practical and intuitive gardening system that includes:Leaves—quick satisfaction from abundant harvests, most available and simplest to grow; includes salad greens and herbs Roots—underground harvests that require more tending and are built for endurance, longevity, and longer shelf life; includes tubers, bulbs, and rhizomesFruit—the most demanding and sweetest of all, requiring the most space, sunlight, and consistent watering to blossom; includes beans, squash, and tomatoesBurke's clear instructions for setup, care, and harvest are complete with insightful tips for every level of gardener.There's always a plant you can grow right where you are, right away—all you have to do is take it step by step.