Edimentals

The holy grail of plants, “edimentals” are edible, ornamental plants that taste just as good as they look

Huw Richards shows you how to grow 100 edible plants with fabulous flowers or foliage, so you can create a beautiful and productive garden or pot display.

Spanning vegetables, herbs, flowers, trees, and shrubs, discover why edimental plants are the multi-tasking heroes of any garden, delivering on visual impact, attracting beneficial insects, and producing a tasty crop.

Alongside essential growing information, planting plans illustrate some of Huw's favorite plant combinations to give you inspiration to replicate in your own edimental garden.

From the deep red, drooping flower stems of sweet and nutty amaranth to the bright pop of dahlia flowers to garnish salads, Edimentals is full of exciting new ways to enjoy a thriving, productive, and beautiful garden.

Standard and Primary covers are widely available through general retailers. They often have higher print runs and can be cheaper, especially during sales.

In contrast, Direct Market (DM) and variant covers are primarily sold in comic shops. DM editions tend to have more limited availability and may be more valuable to collectors.

The main differences lie in artwork style, availability, price, and collector appeal. Ultimately, the choice between standard and variant covers depends on personal preference, budget, and individual collecting goals.

Comic book enthusiasts have various formats to choose from when collecting their favorite stories.
Here's a brief overview of the main types:

Omnibus

• Large, hardcover collections
• Usually contain complete runs or extensive story arcs
• Typically 800-1000+ pages
• Higher price point, often €100-€150

Oversized Hardcover (OHC)

• Similar dimensions to omnibus, but thinner
• Collect shorter runs or story arcs
• Usually 300-600 pages
• Priced between €30-€50

Hardcover (HC)

• Standard-sized hardcover books
• Collect 6-12 issues typically
• Similar dimensions to single issues, but with a hard cover
• Priced around €25-€35

Trade Paperback (TP)

• Softcover collections
• Standard comic book size
• Usually collect 4-6 issues
• Most affordable option, typically €15-€25

Other Formats

• Absolute Editions: Oversized, deluxe hardcovers (mainly DC Comics)
• Compendiums: Massive paperback collections
• Graphic Novels (OGN/GN): Original stories not previously released as single issues

The choice between these formats often depends on personal preference, budget, and collecting goals. Omnibus and OHC editions offer larger artwork and more content but at a higher price, while TPs provide a more affordable way to collect complete story arcs