Knott’s Handbook for Vegetable Growers 6th Edition

Knott’s Handbook for Vegetable Growers, 6th Edition by George J. Hochmuth and Rebecca G. Sideman is the definitive, practical guide for anyone serious about vegetable production — from backyard gardeners to commercial growers across North America. This updated edition delivers clear, science-backed guidance on cultivar selection, planting schedules, nutrient management, irrigation, pest and disease control, and harvest timing tailored to diverse climate zones.

Inside you’ll find concise crop-by-crop profiles, step-by-step cultural practices, and troubleshooting tips that translate research into real-world results. Whether you manage a small urban plot in California, a market garden in the Midwest, or a hobby farm in the Southeast, the handbook helps you optimize yields, improve quality, and reduce inputs with sustainable practices.

What makes this edition essential is its blend of authoritative detail and practical usability: charts for planting dates, spacing and fertility recommendations, integrated pest management strategies, and easy-to-follow tables that speed decision-making. The writing is direct and accessible, offering both quick-reference solutions and deeper explanations for long-term planning.

Ideal for extension agents, educators, commercial producers, and home gardeners, this handbook equips you to plan seasons confidently, select the best varieties for your region, and troubleshoot common problems efficiently. Invest in a resource that grows with you — a trusted companion from seed selection to market. Order your copy today and transform how you grow vegetables, region by region and season by season.

Note: eBooks do not include supplementary materials such as CDs, access codes, etc.