Edible Herbs and How to Grow Them: a Practical Guide for the Gardener, Cook and Healthy Lifestyle Enthusiast

Herbs in Everyday Life: From Growing to UsingThis book will be an indispensable assistant for anyone who wants to introduce herbs into their lives – from a novice gardener to an experienced cook and a lover of natural cosmetics. It combines practical advice on growing, caring for, collecting and storing herbs, and also reveals in detail their use in cooking, health, aromatherapy, cosmetics and everyday life.In the book you will find:• Instructions for growing from seeds and seedlings, transplanting to a permanent place and caring for young plants.• An overview of popular edible herbs (parsley, basil, mint, rosemary, etc.) and rare wild plants (nettle, plantain, dandelion, sorrel).• Tips for care during the season: watering, fertilizing, protection from diseases and pests, pruning and preparation for winter.• Study of the concept of companion herbs, plant compatibility to increase yields and repel pests.• Tips on choosing a site or containers, preparing the soil and feeding herbs for maximum benefit and yield.• A detailed description of the basics of herb biology, classification, life cycle and growth characteristics under various conditions.• Methods of collecting, drying, freezing and storing herbs to preserve their aroma, taste and benefits.• Practical tips on using herbs in cooking, teas, infusions, syrups, aromatherapy, natural cosmetics and eco-friendly home remedies.The book will not only help you grow healthy, aromatic herbs in your own garden or on your balcony, but will also teach you how to use them in everyday life for taste, health and comfort. It will become a real reference for those who strive to live naturally, healthily and harmoniously.