Dimensions
238 x 295 x 33mm
The Definitive A-Z Guide to Herbs.
This is the most comprehensive illustrated encyclopedia of herbs ever produced. With a fresh, new A-Z format for easy reference, it lists the culinary and medicinal properties of each herb alongside all the information you need to cultivate herbs in your garden. The book supplies a wealth of information on herbs grown and used all over the world, for gardeners, herbalists and cooks alike.
The extensive A-Z of colour photographs provides a unique identification guide. In addition to every species familiar to gardeners, it also includes a number of rarely seen examples from remote corners of the globe. Each photograph is accompanied by a detailed botanical description of the plant's genus and species, its growth habit, size, hardiness and flowering period. Symbols show the plant's hardiness, the part of the plant that is used and for what purpose.
The general section gives detailed information on uses of each herb, from domestic applications in cooking, beauty and medicine to commercial processing in the perfume and food industries. The traditional role of medicinal herbs around the world in such varied cultures as Chinese, Ayurvedic and Native American is also explored.
Garden designs and planting plans, illustrated with superb photographs and artworks created especially for this book give the gardener a wealth of ideas for planting and growing herbs. These can be adapted for both a smaller plot and a traditional herb garden on a grand scale.
Features:
- Covers the practical uses and fascinating history of herbs from around the globe
- Comprehensive A-Z of herbs, with cultivation, propagation and harvesting information
- All the beneficial properties of herbs, including culinary, medicinal and commercial uses
- Special warning symbol alerts you to potentially toxic of harmful herbs
