Herbal: Kickstart 2024 with this winter wellness guidebook that will help combat cold and flu symptoms naturally using the healing power of HERBS: The Essential Guide to Herbs for Living

Produced in association with the Chelsea Physic Garden Superbly illustrated with photographs from the author's own herb garden, Chelsea Physic Garden and travels worldwide as well as plates from ancient herbals An authoritative but accessible text designed to appeal to experts and novices Herbs contribute to many aspects of everyday living. Healing herbs have always been used as remedies; herbs are used in the kitchen for flavour and aroma; herbs fragrance perfumes and cosmetics and are used for aromatherapy oils. More than that, herbs are easy to grow and provide fragrance, colour and texture in the garden. In this fascinating book, Deni Bown tells the story of each herb, providing an intimate portrait of its power and properties. The profiles feature the most popular and productive uses and provide notes to gardeners on how to grow each herb. Special features discuss a wider variety of herbs grouped as herbal relaxants, stimulants, balsams, colourings, tonics and poisons. Beautifully illustrated with colour photographs and botanical plates from ancient herbals, this book is a source book for mind, body and soul, as well as a testament to the natural power and beauty of herbs. As the New Year arrives with its seasonal colds, this book proves to be an invaluable companion for effective homeopathic relief. Produced in association with the renowned Chelsea Physic Garden Packed with insights into the healing properties of herbs, Herbal serves as a quick and accessible guide for bolstering immune systems and combating cold symptoms naturally. Whether you're well-versed in homeopathy or new to the concept, this book is your go-to resource navigating the winter months and ushering in the New Year with vitality. Its utility extends well beyond the winter season, offering a year-round guide to the multifaceted role of herbs in our daily lives. From enhancing kitchen infusing perfumes, cosmetics, and aromatherapy oils with their fragrance, this book unveils their practical applications. Moreover, it sheds light on their resilient nature as garden companions, where they serve colour and texture throughout changing seasons. In this fascinating book, Deni Bown tells the story of each herb, providing an intimate portrait of its power and properties. The profiles feature the most popular and productive uses and provide notes to gardeners on how to grow each herb. Special features explore herbs categorised as herbal relaxants, stimulants, balsams, colourings, tonics, and even poisons. Beautifully illustrated with photographs from the author's own herb garden, Chelsea Physic Garden, and global travels, as well as plates from ancient herbals, this book becomes a year-round sourcebook for mind, body, and soul. It stands not only as a testament to the natural power and beauty of herbs but also as a practical guide for those seeking homeopathic solutions, especially during the cold winter months.

Produced in association with the Chelsea Physic GardenSuperbly illustrated with photographs from the author's own herb garden, Chelsea Physic Garden and travels worldwide as well as plates from ancient herbalsAn authoritative but accessible text designed to appeal to experts and novicesHerbs contribute to many aspects of everyday living. Healing herbs have always been used as remedies; herbs are used in the kitchen for flavour and aroma; herbs fragrance perfumes and cosmetics and are used for aromatherapy oils. More than that, herbs are easy to grow and provide fragrance, colour and texture in the garden. In this fascinating book, Deni Bown tells the story of each herb, providing an intimate portrait of its power and properties. The profiles feature the most popular and productive uses and provide notes to gardeners on how to grow each herb. Special features discuss a wider variety of herbs grouped as herbal relaxants, stimulants, balsams, colourings, tonics and poisons. Beautifully illustrated with colour photographs and botanical plates from ancient herbals, this book is a source book for mind, body and soul, as well as a testament to the natural power and beauty of herbs.