Master gardener Sonia Day is a newspaper gardening columnist and the author of several popular gardening books.
If all you have is space for a pot, you can still get an unusual
flavor out of it, according to this colorful book. Day, who writes
in Toronto, suggests many interesting crops for tiny plots or
containers -- not just the usual suspects such as herbs and
tomatoes, but ground cherries, epazote and asparagus peas.--Beth
Botts "Chicago Tribune" (12/9/2010 12:00:00 AM)
If you're a city dweller like me but think you don t have enough
room for food gardening Sonia Day's Incredible Edibles just might
convince you otherwise. Day opens with insightful tips such as how
to avoid common pests and which plants start from seed. The
remainder of the book describes edible plants to grow in limited
spaces from the not-so-common asparagus pea to popular garden
favorites, such as basil. Each plant profile provides helpful
details such as recommended varieties, when to harvest, common
problems of the plant and even the degree of difficulty to grow.
Combined with Barrie Murdock's enticing photographs Day's advice
surely will inspire you to start cultivating some incredible
edibles and maybe you'll even have enough to share.--Courtney
Capstack "American Gardener" (7/1/2010 12:00:00 AM)
Lest someone think I'm biased against growing food plants,
Incredible Edibles is a great book for the city dweller itching to
grow some fresh foods. Sonia Day, a well-known Canadian gardening
writer and all-around garden enthusiast, follows up on her highly
entertaining Middle Aged Spread with this concise, easy-to-follow
handbook of growing advice for "43 fun things to grow in the city."
From asparagus peas to zucchini, Day provides recommendations on
how to grow vegetables, herbs, and small fruits, whether in
containers or in small urban plots, indoors or out. Ideal for the
beginner gardener with limited space and time, and also a great way
to introduce children to the joys of growing food; the book also
includes recipes for using that home-grown produce.--Jodi DeLong
"Halifax Chronicle Herald" (12/5/2010 12:00:00 AM)
Sonia Day's Incredible Edibles: 43 Fun Things to Grow in the City
coaches you on the basics, from finding the right location and
dealing with insect pests and critters to being "choosy" about what
to grow. Profiles of the 43 vegetables and herbs she recommends
include larder basics as well as the unusual, such as epazote and
limebalm, and cover level of difficulty, whether to sow seeds or
buy seedlings and, something books seldom address, how much to grow
(basil: "lots"; potatoes: "a few as a treat"). It's obvious that
each plant description springs from Day's personal experience.--
"GardenMaking" (3/1/2010 12:00:00 AM)
Whether you live in a high rise with a balcony, a condo with a
window box, or an apartment with a patio, Incredible Edibles: 43
Fun Things to Grow in the City offers advice on "hassle-free"
plants that adapt well to containers and small spaces.--Taylor Rose
"Phoenix Home & Garden" (9/30/2010 12:00:00 AM)
Whether you live in a high-rise with a balcony a condo with a
window box or an apartment with a patio, Incredible Edibles: 43 Fun
Things to Grow in the City offers advice on hassle-free plants that
adapt well to containers and small spaces. Author Sonia Day's
philosophy for growing vegetables, fruits and herbs in limited
areas is to plant fewer quantities and choose smaller varieties.
Day lists her "Ten Commandments" of growing food in the city,
including choosing the spot with the best light, supplying good
soil, keeping critters away, and never expecting perfection. Each
entry has a sidebar that lists the degree of difficulty in growing
a given plant; requirements for cultivating it; where, when and how
to grow it; common problems, plus when to harvest and where to
store it The author also includes recipes using many of the
featured plants.--Taylor Rose "Phoenix Home & Garden" (10/1/2010
12:00:00 AM)
[Starred Review] Just because you live in an apartment doesn't mean
you can't enjoy homegrown herbs and vegetables; accordingly, urban
gardener Day (The Urban Gardener) gives city-dwellers tips on 43
edible plants that can be grown in backyard gardens as well as on
rooftops, balconies and patios. Using an eye-catching layout, Day
patiently and enthusiastically guides gardeners of all experience
levels through the ins and outs of raising everything from exotic
asparagus peas to zucchini, offering general tips on choosing the
right containers, keeping harmful critters at bay, and bringing
your bounty in for the winter. Though slim, each entry is packed
with information and photos, including all the particulars (when,
where and how to plant, common problems, how much to grow) as well
as considerate looks at worthwhile alternatives (fast-growing
Thumbelina carrots, Mojito Mint) and those to avoid (Brandywine
tomatoes, for instance, are particularly prone to disease, and
shouldn't be planted in areas with high humidity). Though recipes
are scattered throughout, this is first and foremost a gardening
book; still, gourmands and green thumbs alike should appreciate
this guide to space-restricted gardening.-- "Publishers Weekly"
(5/1/2010 12:00:00 AM)
A fabulous book... [I] would highly recommend it to first timers or
the experienced gardener.... This little book gives you absolutely
everything you need to know about successful small-space edible
gardening. [Sonia Day] includes information on pests, disease, seed
sources and includes a recipe with each crop she details in the
book. Colour photos are true-to-life, there's no air brushing here.
She rates each crop and includes the 'when, where, how, and how
many' suggestions.--Karolyn Fournier "Kitchener Citizen" (4/14/2010
12:00:00 AM)
A great summary for anyone who would like to grow some of their own
edibles but doesn't know where to start.--
"allthedirtongardening.blogspot.com" (6/8/2010 12:00:00 AM)
A how-to for urban gardeners that's perfect for beginners'
level.--Elizabeth Licata "Buffalo Spree, The Magazine for Western
New York" (5/1/2012 12:00:00 AM)
An inspiring and appetizing collection of easy-to-grow and tasty
edibles, recipes included. This is not only a how-to for your
mama's garden of peas/tomatoes/cukes, but an inducement to grow
ground cherries, tomatillos and mojito mint. And after all that
hard, but satisfying work, why not try the recipe for Hemingway's
Mojito? (Now I have your attention!) ... All the foodplants in this
collection are city-friendly, many can be grown in pots. So, dear
urban farmers, take advantage of our short but glorious summers and
start growing your own with Day's succinct and appetizing guidance.
It won't be long before that first, perfect, homegrown
tomato.--Susan Koswan "Waterloo Region Record" (7/17/2010 12:00:00
AM)
Clear and concise, this is a great book for the novice
gardener.--Raine Sillito "Green Teacher" (9/1/2019 12:00:00 AM)
Day's focus is on providing clear, concise advice for those who do
not have the time or patience to go through more complex gardening
books to find those foods that can be grown in containers or window
boxes. The work gives clear, step-by-step instructions that are
supplemented with numerous color photographs and charts.... This
book will find a niche with larger urban libraries.--Shannon Graff
Hysell "American Reference Books Annual 2012" (4/1/2012 12:00:00
AM)
For folks who want to grow their own organic fruits, veggies, herbs
and other hassle-free plants, but don't have time to thumb through
complicated gardening books.--Karen Turner "Ottawa Citizen"
(5/22/2010 12:00:00 AM)
From asparagus and basil to heirloom tomatoes and zucchini, here's
a lively colourful book that just might persuade a person to dip
their toes into the delectable waters of food gardening.--Helen
Chesnut "Trail Daily Times" (3/21/2011 12:00:00 AM)
Gardening is gaining momentum, but what are the best veggies,
herbs, and fruits for small spaces? Sonia Day profiles 43
hassle-free plants in Incredible Edibles. Easy-glance sidebars
describe degree of difficulty; where, when and how to grow; methods
and special requirements; common problems; when to harvest; and how
to store.--Jocelyn Jacobson "Kansas City Star" (5/9/2010 12:00:00
AM)
If you have a small area but still want to grow a garden to get the
benefit of homegrown and pesticide-free produce, look no further
than Incredible Edibles: 43 Fun Things to Grow in the City... It
will give you the gardening knowledge and confidence to grow and
enjoy fresh vegetables, herbs and fruit year-round.-- "Due East"
(10/31/2010 12:00:00 AM)
If you're seeking a gift for the gardener on your list or wanting
to grow your own herbs indoors or just get a head start on seeds
for next summer's garden, you may find appealing a new book by
Sonia Day entitled Incredible Edibles. Though the subtitle is 43
Fun Things to Grow in the City, it is chock full of ideas for
anyone wanting to garden in limited space, indoors or out... Not
only does Day tell you how and what to grow but she sprinkles the
book with recipes for presenting your homegrown edibles to
guests.--Joanne Saunders "Stayner Sun" (10/27/2010 12:00:00 AM)
Incredible Edibles is more of a gift item and idea book. There are
recipes for many of the urban produce suggestions in this clever
twist on urban vegetable gardening. Day will have you eating your
nasturtiums as well as planting them as ornamental annuals next
spring. The 124-page soft-cover book is a good study tool, with a
wide selection of facts and information about how to grow a garden
in the city.--Joel M. Lerner "Washington Post" (9/18/2010 12:00:00
AM)
Incredible Edibles will give urban gardeners everywhere the
knowledge and confidence to grow and enjoy fresh vegetables, herbs
and fruit.-- "I Can Garden.com" (5/1/2010 12:00:00 AM)
Just because you live in the city or in an apartment, that doesn't
mean you need to sacrifice growing great things in a garden.
Featuring 43 plants you can grow when you're strapped for space
(including veggies, fruits and spices), this book is loaded with
practical information like degree of difficulty, plant needs,
season, recommended varieties and more so that you can select the
perfect plants for your ability level and space. Plus, the
information and instructions are straightforward so it's easy to
get the kids involved in the growing process, too!--Jillian Melnyk
"Genesee Valley Parent Magazine" (4/1/2010 12:00:00 AM)
More and more people are giving up larger homes with backyards for
yard-less condos, but refuse to give up the pleasure of a garden.
Incredible Edibles will give urban gardeners with small space the
knowledge and confidence to grow and enjoy fresh vegetables, herbs
and fruit. Turn an urban yard or balcony into your personal
vegetable farm.--Rob Mooy "Kingston This Week" (7/1/2010 12:00:00
AM)
Now, because my wish list of plants isn't long enough, Sonia Day's
newest book is here to tantalize me with yet more choices. Bursting
with photographs and her characteristic sense of humour...I
appreciate her addressing growing in northern climates with shorter
seasons and mentioning ways to overwinter perennials, something
that is lacking in Grow Great Grub.--Nicole Chartrand "Canadian
Organic Grower Magazine" (6/1/2010 12:00:00 AM)
Sonia Day has created an inspiring and appetizing collection of
easy-to-grow and tasty edibles, recipes included. This is not only
a how-to for your mama's garden of peas/tomatoes/cukes, but an
inducement to grow cherries, tomatillos and mojito mint...Take
advantage of our short summers and start growing your own with
Day's succinct and appetizing guidance. It won't be long before
that first, perfect, homegrown tomato.--Susan Koswan "Guelph
Mercury" (7/17/2010 12:00:00 AM)
The book focuses on 43 plants to grow--a great summary for anyone
who would like to grow some of their own edibles but doesn't know
where to start.-- "All the Dirt on Gardening" (6/10/2010 12:00:00
AM)
The in-depth profiles feature everything gardeners need to
know.--Connie Krochmal "BellaOnline" (7/28/2010 12:00:00 AM)
This handy little resource provides concise information and
inspiration for the urban gardener who doesn't have the luxury of a
traditional garden plot. Helpful tips, such as how to cheat Mother
Nature, why you shouldn't plant brassicas and which containers work
best are scattered throughout. Sidebars help you find the essential
growing information quickly and easily. What makes this book
unique: I like that Sonia has included less common plants, like
lime balm, stevia, celeriac and asparagus peas, with helpful
recipes so you know what the heck to do with it.-- "Canadian
Gardening" (4/2/2010 12:00:00 AM)
Whether you are a veggie-growing virgin or a seasoned pro, Day's
book can provide useful advice and interesting tips... The book's
layout is clean, colourful, and easy to scan for bits of
information. Barrie Murdock's photos capture each plant and
illustrate Day's points for success. The slit-eyed contented cat in
the catnip is is perfect.... Her personal anecdotes bring the
practical advice alive and make the book a pleasure to read.--Jamis
Wallace "Brantford Expositor" (5/28/2010 12:00:00 AM)
While it may seem futile to think about planting in the city, Sonia
Day in her Incredible Edibles: 43 Fun Things to Grow in the City
shows us otherwise.... Years of home gardening -- a process of
trial and error -- have guided her to the top 43 veggies and herbs
suitable for easy growth in your backyard, balcony or even rooftop
garden.... Day has made the prospect of urban gardening simple and
encouraging. Even those who have been at it for years will find
hidden gems sprinkled throughout.... If this book doesn't get you
geared up for the season, gardening is not for you!--Michelle
Singerman "Vitality Magazine" (4/30/2010 12:00:00 AM)
With a little effort even a novice gardener will be enjoying fava
beans picked right outside their door.--Terry Peters "North Shore
News" (5/26/2010 12:00:00 AM)
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