The Complete Illustrated Book of Herbs Growing - Health & Beauty - Cooking - Crafts

The Complete Illustrated Book of Herbs : Growing - Health &; Beauty - Cooking - Crafts
ISBN: 9781621453147
Publication Date: 12 April 2016

This beautifully illustrated complete guide to herbs unlocks the secrets of these wonder plantsfrom planting and harvesting to cooking and storingincluding their health benefits.

This beautifully illustrated, complete guide to herbs unlocks the secrets of these wonder plantsfrom planting and harvesting to cooking and storingincluding their health benefits. Now you can discover the joy and pleasure of growing your own herbsfor spicing up meals, creating crafts, treating ailments, and more. In this comprehensive and beautifully illustrated herbal guide youll find information on their history, cultivation, propagation, and harvesting, along with a wealth of great ideas for using herbs everyday in a variety of ways.

This guide unravels the mysteries of these versatile plants, with savvy tips and simple formulas for maximizing their powers. Did you know

Mint can repel ants, flies, mice, and moths

Garlic can seriously lower cholesterol

Chives, fennel, tarragon, thyme, oregano, and winter savory are perennials

Rosemary was used in the Middle Ages for its tranquilizing effects, and it is still a digestion aid

Known for alleviating common ailments, herbs are an ancient natural wonderherbs are hotter than ever. Extremely informative and fascinating, this book will help you find which herb can treat various complaints. Throughout the guide are instructions for bursting-with-flavor recipes, health-care products, decorative craft ideas, insect repellents, cosmetics, cleaning agents, and much more....