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The complete illustrated book of herbs : gardening, health, beauty, crafts, cooking.
Record details
- ISBN: 1621453146 (pbk.)
- ISBN: 9781621453147 (pbk.)
- Physical Description: 399 pages : colour illustrations
- Publisher: New York : Reader's Digest, [2016]
- Copyright: ©2016
Content descriptions
| General Note: | Includes index. |
| Immediate Source of Acquisition Note: | LSC 22.99 |
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| Subject: | Herbs. Herb gardening. Herbs > Therapeutic use. Cooking (Herbs) |
Available copies
- 1 of 1 copy available at Tsuga Consortium.
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- 0 current holds with 1 total copy.
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| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stroud Branch | 635.7 Com | 31681020004800 | NONFICPBK | Available | - |
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Presents information on herbs, with an A to Z guide to more than one hundred specimens, and descriptions of the uses of herbs for cooking, beauty treatments, home products, crafts, and therapeutic purposes. - Simon and Schuster
This beautifully illustrated complete guide to herbs unlocks the secrets of these wonder plantsâfrom planting and harvesting to cooking and storingâincluding their health benefits.
This beautifully illustrated, complete guide to herbs unlocks the secrets of these wonder plantsâfrom planting and harvesting to cooking and storingâincluding their health benefits. Now you can discover the joy and pleasure of growing your own herbsâfor spicing up meals, creating crafts, treating ailments, and more. In this comprehensive and beautifully illustrated herbal guide youâll 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.
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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
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Known for alleviating common ailments, herbs are an ancient natural wonderâherbs 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.
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