Few understand better than scientist/expert gardener Dr. Carol Deppe that the best case scenario rarely exists in life. That very understanding drove her to write The Resilient Gardener. Deppe has celiac disease and environmental allergiesforcing her to grow and prepare her own food. The Resilient Gardener goes beyond traditional gardening guides, giving readers the tools to be self-reliant no matter what the world throws their way. From global warming and natural disasters to food allergies and weight control, The Resilient Gardner has it covered. The book is packed with expert advice on plant varieties and discusses the best way to grow, prepare, and store five key cropspotatoes, corn, beans, squash, and eggs.