A richly photographed, easy-to-use guide to growing and using healing plants, from the founder of the Chestnut School of Herbal Medicine. Ideal for anyone who wants healing and beauty from plants in their garden, kitchen, or home apothecary. Clear and practical, it shows how to plan a garden (including containers for small spaces); basics of seeds, soil, and sustainable gardening; 30 detailed plant profiles with growing tips, medicinal uses, and how to use them; core herbal principles; step-by-step photo guides for making herbal medicines and healing foods; and 70 recipes for teas, tinctures, oils, salves, syrups, and more. Filled with beautiful photos, it’s perfect for home gardeners.

Dimensions: 8.10”W x 9.20”H

448 pages. Hardcover. Publisher: HarperCollins