Llewellyn S 2015 Herbal Almanac

Discover the Power of Herbs As nature's most versatile and potent plants, herbs can be used in hundreds of ways to add zest and vitality to your life. Inspiring you with a bounty of innovative ideas and recipes, Llewellyn's 2015 Herbal Almanac offers dozens of articles that explore many ways of using herbs, from gardening and cooking, to health and beauty, to herb craft and lore. Cultivate a radiant spirit and a healthy life. Try delicious new recipes. Create healing salves and lotions. This friendly guide features hands-on projects, fresh ideas, and advice for herb enthusiasts of all skill levels. Recipes to heal common ailments Create your own terrariums Tap into the vibrational healing power of herbs Save your seeds and host a plant-share party Make your yard a bee sanctuary Permaculture for herbalists Enhance your culinary creations Published annually since 2000

An Herbal Infusion of Inspiration and All-Natural Wellness With recipes, crafts, gardening tips, and herbal lore, Llewellyn's Herbal Almanac is now in its 17th year of providing new ideas and perspectives for gardeners and herb lovers. Including recipes for cordials and infusions, cranberry ketchup, natural dyes, marzipan, salads, and more, this year's almanac will enrich your cooking and crafting with ingredients you've grown yourself. Dozens of articles also include health and beauty tips, natural pest control, and the ancient history of herbs. With hands-on projects and advice, this year's edition features articles on sage, poppies, nightshades, almonds, turmeric and saffron, useful weeds, raffia, and much more. Square-foot gardening for vegetables, herbs, and fruits in a small, low-cost, low-care garden Herb and spice substitutes—easy alternatives to more expensive sources Creating an herbal insectary and working with beneficial insects that act as natural pesticides Plant therapy—low-stress techniques to improve your mental state The history and lore of herb names Herbs for teens to transition smoothly into adulthood Simple recipes for bath and body products

Llewellyn's Herbal Almanac offers a wide variety of practical ideas on how to benefit from nature's most versatile plants. With hands-on projects, fresh ideas, and tips and techniques, this guide is designed for herb enthusiasts of all skill levels. It also features innovative herbal ideas that span gardening, cooking, crafts, health, beauty, history, and lore. This year's edition also includes profiles for ginger, rhubarb, chamomile, sunflower, and comfrey and articles on: Aromatics for Nervous, Respiratory, and Digestive Systems • Edible Wild Herbs and Grasses • Swedish Princess Cake with Matcha • Chewable Herbal Pills • Late-Season Herb Gardening • Italian Citrus Fruits • Soup Garden • Tinctures • Crafting with Recycled Materials • Herbal Bath Recipes • The Gardens of Pompeii • Gourmet Herbal Sandwiches • Conservation Plants • Homemade Herbal Scrubs • And Much More

With recipes, crafts, gardening tips, and herbal lore, Llewellyn’s Herbal Almanac has provided new ideas and perspectives for gardeners and herb lovers for almost twenty years. Enjoy many fun and easy ways to enrich your cooking and crafting, from recipes for bread, jam, and candies to how-to guides on landscaping, creating decorations and holiday ornaments, and much more. This year’s almanac provides dozens of captivating articles, featuring health and beauty methods, the history and modern uses of various herbs, and special tips, facts, and recommended resources. Use hands-on projects and ingredients you can grow yourself to fill your year with herbal delight. Explore xeriscaping and growing succulents Create home decor with things found in nature Discover herb profiles on rosemary, dandelions, and yarrow Cook with plant-based proteins, edible flowers, and early spring greens Build a miniature greenhouse and butterfly boxes Use weeds for first aid Optimize your planting schedule

"Herbs for cooking & craft, health & beauty, growing & gathering and history, myth & lore"--Cover./ Includes index.

Now in its 16th year, and better than ever! Discover herbal remedies for insomnia and anxiety. Create natural insect repellent and learn the secrets of wildcrafting with weeds. Make herbal balms, salves, and love charms. There are hundreds of ways to benefit from nature’s versatile plants inside Llewellyn’s Herbal Almanac. This treasury of innovative herbal ideas spans gardening, cooking, crafts, health, beauty, and myth/lore. You’ll discover friendly fungi for the herbalist, permaculture and the herb garden, herb perfumes, herbs for the mind, misunderstood mint, a salute to spuds, inspiration for blackberrying, and how to take inventory of the herb cupboard. You’ll even find information on dream gardens and shade gardens! From herbal pickling to herbs and trees of the coniferous forest, this practical almanac is your gateway to the herbal kingdom.

"A do-it-yourself guide for health & natural living"--Cover.

Now in its 23rd year, Llewellyn's Herbal Almanac provides a wealth of practical ideas on growing, using, and benefiting from nature's most dynamic plants. With gardening resources, hands-on projects ideas, and dozens of helpful tips and techniques, this guide is packed with information for enthusiasts of all skill levels. Discover a wealth of innovative herbal ideas that span gardening, cooking, crafts, health, beauty, history, and lore. This year's edition also includes profiles for red clover, hydrangea, yerba mate, and marjoram. Herbs are an important part of a life dedicated to wellness in mind, body, and spirit. Whether you are interested in seasonal herbs for self-care, vegan recipes, kitchen cosmetics, or creating an alpine rock garden, this wonderful almanac has something to delight your herbal practice.