Author(s): Chris McLaughlin

Gardening and Landscaping

Vertical Vegetable Gardening: A Living Free Guide Not all gardeners have the luxury of a 'back 40' in which to grow fresh vegetables, fruits, herbs, and other edibles. With more and more people living in urban areas, the need for creative small-space gardening has grown. That's where vertical gardening comes in. With a little creativity-and some sturdy trellises or hanging, stacking, and vertical planters-readers can grow their own vegetables up instead of out. Written by a Master Gardener, Vertical Vegetable Gardening gives readers tons of tips and techniques for growing all types leafy, root, and other vegetables vertically, saving space, protecting from pests, and making harvesting easier.