Product Description

New edition of the definitive guide to growing and using herbs, from the experts at the RHS An illustrated A–Z of herbs packed with horticultural information and practical tips, perfect for gardeners, herbalists and cooks. Discover all about the beneficial properties of over 1,000 herbs from across the globe, and learn about their uses in cookery, cosmetics and herbalism. A quick identification guide covers the familiar as well as rarely-seen species, so you’ll always find what you’re looking for. Plus, a special warning symbol alerts you to potentially toxic or harmful herbs. Garden designs and planting schemes provide ideas for traditional herb gardens or smaller plots.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #28859 in Books
• Published on: 2008-06-02
• Original language: English
• Binding: Hardcover
• 448 pages

Review
...the first encyclopedia I've ever wanted to read cover to cover (Gardening Which? )

About the Author
Deni Brown has been a gardener and botanist all her life. She is an award-winning horticultural writer and keen photographer. She lectures widely and has made television and radio broadcasts about her work. Deni lives in Norfolk.

Customer Reviews

Indispensible bible of herbs
I bought this as a replacement for a previously owned copy that got stolen. The edition I had before split the information about the herbs into 2 separate sections, which was fairly awkward to use, but I still found it invaluable. The new layout is easier to use, and confirms this book as by far the most comprehensive reference to herbs I've come across - but what do you expect from the Royal Horticultural Society? Surely no less than that. And it lives up to their reputation well. Beautifully illustrated with lots of full color photographs.