Herbs

Inspiration and practical advice for gardeners

By: Jane Eastoe

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eBook | 24 February 2014 | Edition Number 1

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A fascinating and practical guide to herbs and their uses Includes delicious recipes and advice on making herbal medicines and cosmetics Packed with practical information on growing your own herbs, plus storing and preserving.

Herbs have been used for centuries and have myriad uses - this fascinating
guide is a wonderful insight into the herbs that can be found growing
throughout the British countryside. Information on each plant includes a general
description for easy recognition, alongside the culinary, nutritional, cosmetic
and medicinal properties of the plant. Delicious recipes are given throughout,
while myths, legends and historical tales demonstrate how these versatile
plants have been used throughout the ages to treat a range of ailments and
flavour a wide variety of dishes. The book is packed with practical advice on
how to pick and grow your own herbs, alongside information on propagation,
cultivation and warding off pests and diseases from your herb garden.