Pot It, Grow It, Eat It: Home-grown Produce from Pot to Pan

By Kathryn Hawkins

What can be more satisfying than growing your own fruit and veg and then eating it, fresh from the pot? Growing your own produce needn't be limited to those with large gardens or acres of outdoor space. It may be surprising to discover that a whole range of vegetables, salads, herbs and fruit can be grown in limited spaces, such as windowsill containers, pots, small front or back gardens and balconies. Divided into three main chapters, the first section looks at what you can grow, the tools and materials you'll need, choosing the right containers as well as where to site them for optimum results. Next follows an A - Z vegetable, herb and fruit directory, with each entry listing planting, siting, maintenance and harvesting details, along with storing and freezing instructions. Explanatory step-by-step photographs and a picture of the plant in situ will also feature for each entry. Finally, the recipes chapter showcases recipes using the produce you've grown yourself. Twenty-five fresh, simple recipes for starters, mains and puddings round off this practical but beautiful book.

• Language: English
• Publisher: IMM Lifestyle Books
• Release date: Jun 15, 2016
• ISBN: 9781607653707

Kathryn Hawkins

Kathryn Hawkins is an experienced cooking writer, food stylist, and home economist. She has authored more than 20 books on baking and natural food, including Bread!; Chocolate!; Crepes, Waffles and Pancakes!; and Comfort Pie. Kathryn was cookery editor at Woman’s Own magazine and has worked on a wide range of consumer publications. She also prepares food for photography used in advertising, packaging, poster campaigns, and online.

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