Now you can discover the joy and pleasure of growing your own herbs—for spicing up meals, creating crafts, treating ailments, and more with The Essential Book of Herbs. This beautifully illustrated, complete guide to herbs unlocks the secrets of these versatile plants—from planting and harvesting to cooking and storing—including their health benefits. You’ll also find information on their history, cultivation, propagation, and harvesting, along with a wealth of great ideas for using herbs every day in a variety of ways.