This book is an introduction to vegetables. It describes what vegetables are, where they grow, what they are for, and the variety of vegetables around the world in different environments. It also introduces germination and the start of plant growth, photosynthesis and how plants make food. Following a look at the variety of food we get from vegetable - leaves, roots, stems and flowers - the book shows readers how to grow their own vegetables. The book includes vegetable fact boxes that highlight additional information, and a glossary and index. It is illustrated with full colour photos throughout.