New Book of Herbs (Hardcover)

Jekka McVicar, respected organic herb farmer, seven-times Chelsea Gold Medal winner and popular radio and TV broadcaster, explains how fresh herbs can enhance your home, health and garden.

The section on successful organic herb gardens takes you step-by-step from soil analysis and sowing seeds to taking cuttings and seasonal maintenance, carefully illustrating and explaining successful organic gardening techniques. Following her expert guidance you will be able to create a perfect herb garden full of vigorous and attractive plants with enhanced health-giving properties.

Enhance the flavour of food and encourage good health: the section on healthy eating and natural homecare provides simple recipes using an inspiring range of organic herbs - from fresh chives and fennel, to dill and mint. Jekka describes how to make delicious marinades, herb leaf salads or vinaigrettes, lists other herb options for different seasons and tastes. Her imaginative ideas for herbal products for the home include natural insecticides, air fresheners and a first-aid kit, plus aromatic beauty and relaxation treats.

The beautifully illustrated A-Z of the top 100 herbs offers essential information on cultivation, propagation and harvesting, as well as creative ideas for culinary, medicinal and home uses.