The American Horticultural Society Illustrated Encyclopedia of Gardening: Vegetables

You can use this book in a variety of ways, whether you are an expert, a gardener with a couple of seasons' experience behind you, or a beginner. Subjects discussed are: climate and gardening, the basics of vegetable gardening, planning the garden, planting and care, small space gardening, and experienced advice. This is followed by an encyclopedia of vegetables which gives details about its background and planting advice.