Herbal Renaissance : Growing, Using and Understanding Herbs in the Modern World

A modern handbook about growing, using, & understanding herbs. Each herb is carefully & thoroughly documented with a written description, a sensitive drawing or clarifying photograph, & identifying chemical information. The book also contains: culinary tips; in-depth information on the traditional uses of herbs; the latest in health & safety research (much of which vindicates & supports the traditional medicinal use of herbs); inspirational ideas for herb garden design, for both the home gardener & the commercial grower; & practical & effective methods of cultivation, propagation, & harvesting. Steven Foster is a well-known botanical researcher, writer, & photographer. Numerous color photos.Foster, Steven is the author of 'Herbal Renaissance : Growing, Using and Understanding Herbs in the Modern World', published 2003 under ISBN 9780756768874 and ISBN 075676887X.