Jekka's Complete Herb Book

About this book

This A-Z guide to herbs explains how to grow and maintain them, how and when to use them in the kitchen, and what properties they have for medicinal, cosmetic and household purposes. It includes information on each herb's history, such as when it was discovered and what mythological and magical associations have grown up around it. There are also sections on general herb cultivation and maintenance, and tips on cooking with them.

Appears in these reading paths

Herbalism and medicinal plants: the best books to start healing

Beginner8books62 hrs4 stages

G

@gardensherpa♥ 0

Grow herbs indoors, all year

Beginner9books48 hrs4 stages

G

@gardensherpa♥ 0

Related reading guides

• Start a backyard vegetable garden that actually produces
• Keep houseplants alive: the reading path past the watering-can guesswork
• Grow herbs indoors all year: the reading path to a working kitchen garden
• Learn Hydroponics: Best Books to Grow Without Soil