The Old Farmer's Almanac Grower's Guide to Herbs Guide

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Did you know that blending tomato juice with fresh basil can cure a headache and that oregano tea relieves stress. Or that marjoram, an oregano relative, was treasured by the ancient Greeks, who called it "joy of the mountain" and believed it belonged to Aphrodite, the goddess of love. Discover the history and healing properties of more than two dozen everyday herbs-and how to successfully grow them in your own garden-in the Old Farmer’s Almanac Guide to Herbs. Beautifully illustrated, thoroughly researched, and packed with facts, fun, and folklore, the 112-page Guide provides recipes for flavorful food, home remedies, and natural beauty. You’ll find inspiration for projects and gifts such as flavored vinegars and how to create a living herbal wreath as well as how to use herbs in the landscape. Bring traditional wisdom and the joy of herbs into your life with The Old Farmer’s Almanac Guide to Herbs.