Llewellyn's 2015 herbal almanac

1795 Pages·2014·2.1 MB·English

by  Llewellyn Publications

Llewellyn Publications
Woodbury, Minnesota
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Contents
Introduction to Llewellyn’s Herbal Almanac Growing and Gathering Herbs
Seed Saving… Pass It On by Monica Crosson So You Want to Grow a Window
Herb Garden by Tess Whitehurst Critter-Friendly Gardening: Keeping Your
Garden Safe for All by Diana Rajchel Fantastic Fennel by Jill Henderson
Highland Heather &
Wild Thyme by Esthamarelda McNevin A Little Bit of Earth: An Overview of
Amateur Gardening Options by Emyme The Many Faces of Monarda by Jill
Henderson Permaculture for Herbalists by Elizabeth Barrette Blessed Bees by
Susan Pesznecker
Culinary Herbs
Delightful Dill by Ember Grant
Signature Sipping: Making Your Own Herbal Tea Blends by Dallas Jennifer
Cobb One-Dish Wonders for a Savory Main Course by Alice DeVille Mint:
Quite Possibly the World’s Most Popular Herb by Anne Sala Herbal Pestos and
Spice Blends by Darcey Blue French A Sprig of Parsley by Elizabeth Barrette
Herbal Pantry Staples: Time Savers with Great Flavors by Doreen Shababy
Herbs for Health and Beauty
Back to Balance: Making Herbal Tonics by Dallas Jennifer Cobb The Kitchen
Pharmacy by Autumn Damiana The Guardians: Elder, Hawthorn, and Birch by
Calantirniel Tea for You by Sally Cragin
Herb Crafts
Lovely Lavender Gifts by Deborah Castellano The Fascination of Floral Design:
Arrangements with Herbs & Flowers from Your Own Garden by Ellen Dugan
Creating and Owning Your Own Herb Shop by Clea Danaan Herbal Sachets by
Charlie Rainbow Wolf Tiny Worlds: Designing and Creating Your Own
Terrariums by Deborah Castellano Herb History, Myth, and Lore
What the Old Wife Knew: Gardening Tips That Work by JD Hortwort For the
Love of Violets by Charlie Rainbow Wolf The Alliums by Suzanne Ress
The Romance of Rosemary by Laurel Reufner The Hills of Frankincense by
Linda Raedisch Moon Signs, Phases, and Tables
The Quarters and Signs of the Moon
January–December Moon Tables
Dates to Destroy Weeds and Pests
Introduction to
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Llewellyn’s Herbal Almanac ore
and more people are using herbs,
growing and gathering them and
studying them for their enlivening and
healing properties. Whether in the form
of a refreshing herbal tonic, a critter-
friendly garden, or a new favorite
recipe, herbs can clearly enhance your
life.
In the 2015 edition of the Herbal Almanac, we once again feature some of the
most innovative and original thinkers and writers on herbs. We tap into practical,
historical, and just plain enjoyable aspects of herbal knowledge—using herbs to
help you reconnect with the earth, enhance your culinary creations, and heal
your body and mind. The thirty articles in this almanac will teach you everything
from how to craft your own herbal tea blends to how to grow a window herb
garden. You’ll also learn how to create floral arrangements with herbs and
flowers from your own garden, save seeds to share with family and friends, and
improve your health with herbal remedies from your kitchen pharmacy. Enjoy!
Note: The old-fashioned remedies in this book are historical references used for teaching purposes only.
The recipes are not for commercial use or profit. The contents are not meant to diagnose, treat, prescribe, or
substitute consultation with a licensed health-care professional. Herbs, whether used internally or
externally, should be introduced in small amounts to allow the body to adjust and to detect possible
allergies. Please consult a standard reference source or an expert herbalist to learn more about the possible
effects of certain herbs. You must take care not to replace regular medical treatment with the use of herbs.
Herbal treatment is intended primarily to complement modern health care. Always seek professional help if
you suffer from illness. Also, take care to read all warning labels before taking any herbs or starting on an
extended herbal regimen. Always consult medical and herbal professionals before beginning any sort of
medical treatment—this is particularly true for pregnant women. Herbs are powerful things; be sure you are
using that power to achieve balance.
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Growing
and
Gathering Herbs
Seed Saving… Pass It On