Arkin is author of Kitchen Wisdom (Holt, 1977; o.p.) and More Kitchen Wisdom ( LJ 4/1/82), two popular guides full of useful tips for cooks. This book follows the same dictionary format as the others but is written for gardeners and cooks who like to grow their own vegetables, herbs, and berries. Each plant's entry explains when, where, and how to plant and harvest. Gardening, storage, and cooking tips are also provided for each plant. Other entries cover pests, diseases, and gardening topics like transplanting and composting. Though this book does not have the reference value of Donald Wyman's Gardening Encyclope dia (Macmillan, 1987. rev. ed.), it does provide a great deal of practical, concise information that public library borrowers will find useful.-- Peter C. Leonard, Mt. Lebanon P.L., Pa. (c) Copyright 2010. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.
Booklist Review
The use of pesticides and the high price of organically grown vegetables can move zealous cooks to consider growing their own produce. This dictionary of kitchen gardening transforms a wholesome but daunting proposition into a productive one. Vegetables, herbs, and berries are listed, from anise to zucchini, along with the when, where, and how of planting, germination and maturation times, growth care, harvesting, storing, and kitchen and garden tips for each crop. Interspersed are descriptions of bugs and diseases and organic pest deterrents. Knowledge of basic gardening terms and techniques is sometimes essential for deciphering the gardening shorthand, but nonetheless this book heartily encourages gardeners new to the delicious satisfaction of a kitchen garden harvest. No index. --Deanna Larson-Whiterod
TextPublication details: New York : Holt, c1990.Edition: 1st edDescription: p. cmISBN: