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Fruit & Nuts: A Comprehensive Guide to the Cultivation, Uses and Health Benefits of Over 300 Food-Producing Plants
by Susanna Lyle (634 LYL) (2006)
Covering over 300 plants, entries in this A-Z guide includes a brief history, detailed description, and information on the propagation, cultivation and harvesting of each plant. Nutrition and health benefits are also included.

Vegetables, Herbs and Fruit: An Illustrated Encyclopedia
by Bob Flowerdew (635 BIG) (2007)
A comprehensive alphabetical reference to hundreds of fruits, herbs, and vegetables that can be grown in a home garden. This book includes simple cultivation tips, pest and disease control and background details on each plant.

How to Grow More Vegetables: (And Fruits, Nuts, Berries, Grains, and Other Crops) Than You Ever Thought Possible on Less Land Than You Can Imagine
by John Jeavons (635 JEA) (2006)
Written for the individual gardener, this title demonstrates methods that produce high yields of food crops in very small spaces while nourishing the soil and reducing the use of chemicals.

All-In-One Garden: Grow Vegetables, Fruit, Herbs and Flowers in the Same Space
by Graham Rice (635 RIC) (2006)
Did you know that many common food-producing plants also have beautiful foliage or flowers? Learn how to combine plants to create not only a high-yielding garden but an attractive one to enjoy.

Down & Dirty: 43 Fun & Funky First-Time Projects & Activities to Get You Gardening
by Ellen Zachos (635 ZAC) (2007)
The projects chosen for this book will encourage even the most wary of gardeners to give it a go. Her secret is to start with one small project, make it work, learn by doing, and move on to the next project. There’s something for everyone in this guide.

The Practical Organic Gardener: Everything You Need to Know with More Than 200 Illustrations
by Brenda Little (635.0484 LIT) (2006)
Step-by-step instructions are given for caring for your organic garden, as well as illustrations, charts and tables on topics such as watering techniques and proper root depth for vegetables.

A Place in the Rain: Designing the West Coast Garden: Advice from Over 40 Experts
by Michael K. Lascelle (635.0979 PLA) (2005)
Written especially for gardeners in the Pacific Northwest, this book includes design and landscaping ideas for planning or renovating your garden. Aesthetics, installation techniques, maintenance considerations, and organic options are also covered.

Northwest Herb Lover’s Handbook: A Guide to Growing Herbs for Cooking, Crafts, and Home Remedies
By Mary Preus (635.7 PRE) (2003)
Detailed instructions are given on how to grow 50 of the most popular herbs. This book also includes recipes, herbal crafts and gifts, aromatherapy and landscaping with herbs.

Month-By-Month Gardening in Washington & Oregon: What to Do Each Month to Have a Beautiful Garden All Year
by Mary Robson (635.9097 ROB) (2006)
This guide offers valuable advice on the proper timing of gardening maintenance activities for each month of the year.

A Whole Foods Primer: A Comprehensive, Instructive, and Enlightening Guide to the World of Whole Foods
by Beatrice Hunter (641.302 HUN) (2007)
This guide to whole foods –quality protein from animal sources, fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds, and whole grains—is written by the author of The Natural Foods Cookbook.

Preserving Nature’s Bounty
by Frances Bissell (641.42 BIS) (2006)
Covering everything from selecting and using equipment to choosing the right fruits and vegetables, this book on canning and preserving will help anyone wanting to preserve seasonal foods. Streamlined processes and time-saving tips will encourage the cook to make small batches of their favorite recipes.

How to Dry Foods
by Deanna DeLong (641.44 DEL) (2006)
This updated classic details how to dry fruits, vegetables, herbs and spices, meats, fish and nuts. More than 100 recipes teach cooks how to make fruit leathers, trail mixes, meat jerkies and much more.

The Farmer’s Market Cookbook: More Than 100 Recipes Using the Freshest Ingredients
by Richard Ruben (641.5 RUB) (2006)
Chef Ruben offers dozens of simple yet elegant recipes that celebrate the many fresh fruits and vegetables that are available from spring through autumn. Additional information is given on the origin and proper selection of produce, hints for putting up flavored vinegars and oils, and historical facts about food.

Can I Freeze It?: How to Use the Most Versatile Appliance in Your Kitchen
by Anastasia Theodorou (641.6153 THE) (2007)
Food writer Theodorou explains the rules of freezing food, from containers and wrappers, to the best methods for retaining moisture and flavor. Learn what ingredients and dishes can and can’t be frozen. Recipes are included.

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Pike Place Market: 100 Years: Celebrating America’s Favorite Farmer’s Market
by Adrianne Dow Young (2007)
This delightful book commemorates the Market’s centennial. Now covering nine acres, this market is one of the nation’s premier farmer’s markets. Historical images are included in this fascinating book.

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