Author: Frances Hutchison
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781877019944
Category : Herb gardening
Languages : en
Pages : 288
Book Description
Encyclopedia of Herb Gardening
Author: Frances Hutchison
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781877019944
Category : Herb gardening
Languages : en
Pages : 288
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781877019944
Category : Herb gardening
Languages : en
Pages : 288
Book Description
The Encyclopedia of Herbs and Herbalism
Author: Malcolm Stuart
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780952296003
Category : Cooking (Herbs)
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780952296003
Category : Cooking (Herbs)
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Vegetables, Herbs & Fruit
Author: Matthew Biggs
Publisher: Richmond Hill, Ont. Firefly Books
ISBN:
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 650
Book Description
The demand for locally sourced organic foods continues to rise. This resource is a prime reference for the many who are growing or wanting to grow their own vegetables, herbs and fruits. The book features superb full-color photographs and illustrations and an easy-to-use A-Z directory. Comprehensive growing, harvesting and preserving tips and a wealth of recipes are a boon to gardeners and cooks alike. Practical aspects of gardening are explained in detail, with in-depth sections on creating a garden, pollination, soil fertility and greenhouse growing. Some of the topics covered are: Nutritional values The most useful and most recommended varieties Plant hardiness, propagation and growing guidelines Cropping, harvesting and storing Weed, pest and disease control Ornamental and wildlife value Pruning and training Companion planting Container growing. A yearly maintenance calendar, glossary, further reading section, seed sources list and detailed index round out this outstanding book.
Publisher: Richmond Hill, Ont. Firefly Books
ISBN:
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 650
Book Description
The demand for locally sourced organic foods continues to rise. This resource is a prime reference for the many who are growing or wanting to grow their own vegetables, herbs and fruits. The book features superb full-color photographs and illustrations and an easy-to-use A-Z directory. Comprehensive growing, harvesting and preserving tips and a wealth of recipes are a boon to gardeners and cooks alike. Practical aspects of gardening are explained in detail, with in-depth sections on creating a garden, pollination, soil fertility and greenhouse growing. Some of the topics covered are: Nutritional values The most useful and most recommended varieties Plant hardiness, propagation and growing guidelines Cropping, harvesting and storing Weed, pest and disease control Ornamental and wildlife value Pruning and training Companion planting Container growing. A yearly maintenance calendar, glossary, further reading section, seed sources list and detailed index round out this outstanding book.
Encyclopedia of Medicinal Plants
Author: Andrew Chevallier
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781740331210
Category : Materia medica, Vegetable
Languages : en
Pages : 336
Book Description
This definitive Australian reference guide provides a unique insight into the medicinal actions of herbs, based on the latest scientific research. It contains a comprehensive Australian and New Zealand address list of organisations and practitioners.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781740331210
Category : Materia medica, Vegetable
Languages : en
Pages : 336
Book Description
This definitive Australian reference guide provides a unique insight into the medicinal actions of herbs, based on the latest scientific research. It contains a comprehensive Australian and New Zealand address list of organisations and practitioners.
The Encyclopedia of Herbs
Author: Thomas DeBaggio
Publisher: Timber Press
ISBN: 1604691344
Category : Gardening
Languages : en
Pages : 605
Book Description
This meticulously researched compendium provides every aspect of growing, identifying, harvesting, preserving, and using more than 500 species of herbs. Thorough profiles provide a plant's botanical name and family, whether it is an annual or perennial, its height, hardiness, light requirements, water consumption, required soil type, and pH. The often fascinating history of the plant, the chemistry of its essential oils, and its culinary, landscape, and craft uses are also included, as is advice on how to propagate. For the first edition of their work, both authors received The Gertrude B. Foster Award for Excellence in Herbal Literature from the Herb Society of America. This new edition adds important species and includes updated nomenclature.
Publisher: Timber Press
ISBN: 1604691344
Category : Gardening
Languages : en
Pages : 605
Book Description
This meticulously researched compendium provides every aspect of growing, identifying, harvesting, preserving, and using more than 500 species of herbs. Thorough profiles provide a plant's botanical name and family, whether it is an annual or perennial, its height, hardiness, light requirements, water consumption, required soil type, and pH. The often fascinating history of the plant, the chemistry of its essential oils, and its culinary, landscape, and craft uses are also included, as is advice on how to propagate. For the first edition of their work, both authors received The Gertrude B. Foster Award for Excellence in Herbal Literature from the Herb Society of America. This new edition adds important species and includes updated nomenclature.
Herb Gardening in Texas
Author: Sol Meltzer
Publisher: Taylor Trade Publishing
ISBN:
Category : Gardening
Languages : en
Pages : 212
Book Description
With over 35,000 copies sold, this book has become the essential guide for Texans who love to cultivate fresh herbs. This latest edition is a comprehensive, reader-friendly guide to growing more than 90 different herbs.
Publisher: Taylor Trade Publishing
ISBN:
Category : Gardening
Languages : en
Pages : 212
Book Description
With over 35,000 copies sold, this book has become the essential guide for Texans who love to cultivate fresh herbs. This latest edition is a comprehensive, reader-friendly guide to growing more than 90 different herbs.
Cunningham's Encyclopedia of Magical Herbs
Author: Scott Cunningham
Publisher: Llewellyn Worldwide
ISBN: 0738717134
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
Languages : en
Pages : 387
Book Description
Expanded and revised, this comprehensive guide features magical uses of over 400 herbs and plants from all parts of the world. With over 500,000 copies in print, this reference book is a must for all who perform natural magic. It features illustrations for easy identification of every herb, in addition to common names, use, and rulership.
Publisher: Llewellyn Worldwide
ISBN: 0738717134
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
Languages : en
Pages : 387
Book Description
Expanded and revised, this comprehensive guide features magical uses of over 400 herbs and plants from all parts of the world. With over 500,000 copies in print, this reference book is a must for all who perform natural magic. It features illustrations for easy identification of every herb, in addition to common names, use, and rulership.
An Illustrated Encyclopedia of Herbs
Author: Jessica Houdret
Publisher: Southwater Publishing
ISBN: 9781844765461
Category : Cooking (Herbs)
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
The fragrant waft of herbs from a sunlit garden is a sensory experience to be relished. Since ancient times, cultures all over the world have prized herbs for their scents, medicinal properties, and remarkable seasoning qualities. Herbs are as relevant today as they have always been. A Visual Directory of Herbs is a comprehensive botanical A-Z reference to over 270 individually photographs herbs. Full descriptions of each herb are given, with essential information on habitat, cultivation, and the parts of the herb used for their culinary, fragrant or medicinal properties. Harvesting and storage are clearly explained, and you can delight in recipes for herb oils, vinegars, teas, poultices, and other therapeutic concoctions. Caution boxes will alert you to any aspects of the plant's character you should steer clear of. An inspirational but practical directory of herbs, this is the ultimate reference to using and growing herbs successfully.
Publisher: Southwater Publishing
ISBN: 9781844765461
Category : Cooking (Herbs)
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
The fragrant waft of herbs from a sunlit garden is a sensory experience to be relished. Since ancient times, cultures all over the world have prized herbs for their scents, medicinal properties, and remarkable seasoning qualities. Herbs are as relevant today as they have always been. A Visual Directory of Herbs is a comprehensive botanical A-Z reference to over 270 individually photographs herbs. Full descriptions of each herb are given, with essential information on habitat, cultivation, and the parts of the herb used for their culinary, fragrant or medicinal properties. Harvesting and storage are clearly explained, and you can delight in recipes for herb oils, vinegars, teas, poultices, and other therapeutic concoctions. Caution boxes will alert you to any aspects of the plant's character you should steer clear of. An inspirational but practical directory of herbs, this is the ultimate reference to using and growing herbs successfully.
The Complete Herb Encyclopedia
Author: Nico Vermeulen
Publisher: Gramercy
ISBN: 9780517221693
Category : Herbs
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A comprehensive guide, "The Complete Herb Encyclopedia" provides detailed information on over 600 varieties of herbs. You will find an array of ideas for using herbs for cooking, healing, aromatics, cosmetics and dyeing. Also included are tips on the cultivation and propagation of herbs for your own garden. Illustrated with hundreds of beautiful color photographs, this volume also includes symbols to help you get the information at a glance, and both Latin and common English names for each herb. This lovely book is an invaluable resource for both novice and veteran in the world of herbs.
Publisher: Gramercy
ISBN: 9780517221693
Category : Herbs
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A comprehensive guide, "The Complete Herb Encyclopedia" provides detailed information on over 600 varieties of herbs. You will find an array of ideas for using herbs for cooking, healing, aromatics, cosmetics and dyeing. Also included are tips on the cultivation and propagation of herbs for your own garden. Illustrated with hundreds of beautiful color photographs, this volume also includes symbols to help you get the information at a glance, and both Latin and common English names for each herb. This lovely book is an invaluable resource for both novice and veteran in the world of herbs.
Growing & Using Herbs Successfully
Author: Betty E. M. Jacobs
Publisher: Hachette UK
ISBN: 1612123171
Category : Gardening
Languages : en
Pages : 315
Book Description
Bursting with straightforward information on growing and using herbs, this illustrated guide will help you cultivate and maintain a thriving and fragrant garden. Betty E. M. Jacobs draws on years of experience running a commercial herb farm to provide clear instructions for planting, propagating, harvesting, drying, freezing, and storing 64 popular herbs. Whether you’re interested in keeping a few container plants or want to start a profitable business growing herbs, you’ll benefit from the expert advice in this practical guide.
Publisher: Hachette UK
ISBN: 1612123171
Category : Gardening
Languages : en
Pages : 315
Book Description
Bursting with straightforward information on growing and using herbs, this illustrated guide will help you cultivate and maintain a thriving and fragrant garden. Betty E. M. Jacobs draws on years of experience running a commercial herb farm to provide clear instructions for planting, propagating, harvesting, drying, freezing, and storing 64 popular herbs. Whether you’re interested in keeping a few container plants or want to start a profitable business growing herbs, you’ll benefit from the expert advice in this practical guide.