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The Complete Illustrated Book of Herbs
Growing • Health & Beauty • Cooking • Crafts
Published by Trusted Media Brands
Distributed by Simon & Schuster
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About The Book
This beautifully illustrated, complete guide to herbs unlocks the secrets of these wonder plants—from planting and harvesting to cooking and storing—including their health benefits. Now you can discover the joy and pleasure of growing your own herbs—for spicing up meals, creating crafts, treating ailments, and more. In this comprehensive and beautifully illustrated herbal guide you’ll 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 wonder—herbs 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.
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 wonder—herbs 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.
Product Details
- Publisher: Trusted Media Brands (April 12, 2016)
- Length: 400 pages
- ISBN13: 9781621453154
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