Olericulture is the science of vegetable growing, dealing with the culture of non-woody (herbaceous) plants for food. Olericulture is the production of plants for use of the edible parts. Vegetable crops can be classified into 9 major categories: Potherbs and greens - spinach and collards Salad crops - lettuce, celery Cole crops - cabbage and cauliflower Root/tuber crops - potatoes, beets, carrots, radishes Bulb crops - onions, leeks Legumes - beans, peas Cucurbits - melons, squash, cucum… (More on Olericulture)