I am fortunate to live in an area where we can grow food outdoors year-round…but for those in locations where there is actual winter, or those who just like the idea of growing food indoors,How to Garden Indoors & Grow Your Own Food Year Round by Kim Roman is a great book. There are four techniques covered in depth: container, hydroponic, vertical, and sprouts/microgreens.

In addition to discussing growing your own herbs, sprouts, or micro greens, larger crops (think tomatoes and cucumbers) are also covered.  Tips on lighting, water, nutrients, hydroponics, plants, soil and also some thing that hadn’t occurred to me, but essential for apartment dwellers, topics such as the need to consider the weight of the “garden” in relation to the walls and floors of the building! 

There is an incredible amount of detail, and nice photos. For those (like me) who tend to jump on an idea and get all manic, then burn out, Ms. Roman suggests starting small. Variables which as types of light and plant placement (what to grow where) are covered, plus there are some great photos! Great for the gardener who wants or needs to do their growing indoors. Five stars, and thanks to Fox Chapel Publishing and NetGalley for a copy in exchange for this honest review.