World Encyclopedia of Fruit
Title | World Encyclopedia of Fruit PDF eBook |
Author | Kate Whiteman |
Publisher | |
Pages | 0 |
Release | 2001 |
Genre | Cookery (Fruit) |
ISBN | 9780754809517 |
This beautifully photographed guide comprehensively details the fruits of the world and how to use them in the kitchen.
The Encyclopedia of Fruit and Nuts
Title | The Encyclopedia of Fruit and Nuts PDF eBook |
Author | Jules Janick |
Publisher | CABI |
Pages | 992 |
Release | 2008 |
Genre | Technology & Engineering |
ISBN | 0851996388 |
Ever wanted to know the genus name for a coconut? Intended for all your research needs, this encyclopedia is a comprehensive collection of information on temperate and tropical fruit and nut crops. Entries are grouped alphabetically by family and then by species, making it easy to find the information you need. Coverage includes palms and cacti as well as vegetable fruits of Solanaceae and Curcurbitacea. This book not only deals with the horticulture of the fruit and nut crops but also discusses the botany, making it a useful tool for anyone from scientists to gardeners and fruit hobbyists.
The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Fruits, Vegetables, and Herbs
Title | The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Fruits, Vegetables, and Herbs PDF eBook |
Author | Deborah Madison |
Publisher | Chartwell Books |
Pages | 363 |
Release | 2017-01-26 |
Genre | Cooking |
ISBN | 0785834885 |
"From roots and shoots, almonds to zucchini, field and forest to the family table-this delectable guide reveals the intriguing stories of the world's favorite food plants. The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Fruits, Vegetables, and Herbs covers every edible plant you can imagine. It invites us on a gorgeously illustrated tour through the world garden to discover the origins, traditions, and contemporary culture of more than 450 fruits, vegetables, nuts, grains, herbs, and spices. It's the explorative home cook's best friend in the kitchen, an edible guide for the vegans, vegetarians, and omnivores alike. Splashed with hundreds of appetizing images and written by top culinary and horticultural experts, it also tells individual stories in an extensive directory of species which lists geographical origins, botanical facts, traditional uses, and culinary tips for hundreds of plants."--provided by Amazon.com.
Vegetables, Herbs & Fruit
Title | Vegetables, Herbs & Fruit PDF eBook |
Author | Matthew Biggs |
Publisher | Richmond Hill, Ont. Firefly Books |
Pages | 650 |
Release | 2006 |
Genre | Cooking |
ISBN |
The demand for locally sourced organic foods continues to rise. This resource is a prime reference for the many who are growing or wanting to grow their own vegetables, herbs and fruits. The book features superb full-color photographs and illustrations and an easy-to-use A-Z directory. Comprehensive growing, harvesting and preserving tips and a wealth of recipes are a boon to gardeners and cooks alike. Practical aspects of gardening are explained in detail, with in-depth sections on creating a garden, pollination, soil fertility and greenhouse growing. Some of the topics covered are: Nutritional values The most useful and most recommended varieties Plant hardiness, propagation and growing guidelines Cropping, harvesting and storing Weed, pest and disease control Ornamental and wildlife value Pruning and training Companion planting Container growing. A yearly maintenance calendar, glossary, further reading section, seed sources list and detailed index round out this outstanding book.
Exotic Fruits and Nuts of the New World
Title | Exotic Fruits and Nuts of the New World PDF eBook |
Author | Odilo Duarte |
Publisher | CABI |
Pages | 344 |
Release | 2015-01-30 |
Genre | Science |
ISBN | 1780645058 |
A major reference work on exotic and underutilised fruits and nuts of the New World. While many of these are well known in the local markets and in Spanish-language literature, they have rarely been brought to the attention of the wider English-speaking audience, and as such this book will offer an entirely new resource to those interested in exotic crops.
Heinerman's Encyclopedia of Fruits, Vegetables, and Herbs
Title | Heinerman's Encyclopedia of Fruits, Vegetables, and Herbs PDF eBook |
Author | John Heinerman |
Publisher | Parker |
Pages | 400 |
Release | 1988-01-01 |
Genre | Medical |
ISBN | 9780133858570 |
The Illustrated World Encyclopedia of Apples
Title | The Illustrated World Encyclopedia of Apples PDF eBook |
Author | Andrew Mikolajski |
Publisher | Lorenz Books |
Pages | 0 |
Release | 2012-07-29 |
Genre | Cooking |
ISBN | 9780754820666 |
A gardener's guide to growing, harvesting, storing and cooking an array of delicious apples from around the globe.