The New American Herbal

Informationen zum Autor STEPHEN ORR is the Editor-in-Chief of  Better Homes and Gardens  and the author of  Tomorrow’s Garden.  Previously he was the garden editor for  Martha Stewart Living , House & Garden,  and  Domino  magazines. He has also written extensively for  The New York Times  and the  Wall Street Journal and he lectures at garden clubs around the country. Klappentext From modern garden master Stephen Orr comes a new! definitive book on herbs to finally replace the dusty and outdated classics. Here are entries on hundreds of plants that are extraordinarily useful in cooking! homeopathy! and more; dozens of recipes and DIY projects; and beautifully styled photographs so you know just what you're growing. With more than 900 entries! each accompanied by brand new photography and helpful growing advice! The New American Herbal takes the study of herbs to an exciting new level. Orr covers the entire spectrum of herbaceous plants! from culinary to ornamental to aromatic and medicinal! presenting them in an easy to use A to Z format packed with recipes! DIY projects! and stunning examples of garden design highlighting herbal plantings. Learn about the herbs you've always wanted to grow (chervil! chamomile! and lovage)! exotic herbs (such as Artemisia! the bitter herb used in Absinthe! or the anti-inflammatory Meadowsweet)! and ornamental varieties (Monkshood and Perilla). For cooks there is indispensable guidance on planting and maintaining a bountiful kitchen garden and crafters will delight in dozens of exciting new uses for fresh! dried! and distilled herbs. Here! too! are 40 delicious recipes such as Ragu Bolognese with Fennel and Lemon Semolina Cake with Lavender! as well easy steps for projects such as a hanging herb garden and instructions on how to plant! dry! and preserve your garden's bounty. Meticulously researched and exhaustive in its scope! The New American Herbal is an irresistible invitation to explore the versatility of herbs in all their beauty and variety. Zusammenfassung From modern garden master Stephen Orr comes a new! definitive book on herbs to finally replace the dusty and outdated classics . Here are entries on hundreds of plants that are extraordinarily useful in cooking! homeopathy! and more; dozens of recipes and DIY projects; and beautifully styled photographs so you know just what you're growing. With more than 900 entries! each accompanied by brand new photography and helpful growing advice! The New American Herbal takes the study of herbs to an exciting new level. Orr covers the entire spectrum of herbaceous plants! from culinary to ornamental to aromatic and medicinal! presenting them in an easy to use A to Z format packed with recipes! DIY projects! and stunning examples of garden design highlighting herbal plantings. Learn about the herbs you've always wanted to grow (chervil! chamomile! and lovage)! exotic herbs (such as Artemisia! the bitter herb used in Absinthe! or the anti-inflammatory Meadowsweet)! and ornamental varieties (Monkshood and Perilla). For cooks there is indispensable guidance on planting and maintaining a bountiful kitchen garden and crafters will delight in dozens of exciting new uses for fresh! dried! and distilled herbs. Here! too! are 40 delicious recipes such as Ragu Bolognese with Fennel and Lemon Semolina Cake with Lavender! as well easy steps for projects such as a hanging herb garden and instructions on how to plant! dry! and preserve your garden’s bounty. Meticulously researched and exhaustive in its scope! The New American Herbal is an irresistible invitation to explore the versatility of herbs in all their beauty and variety. ...

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Stephen Orr

Summary

A masterful, gorgeously photographed A-to-Z introduction to the full spectrum of herbal plants, including recipes, growing tips and tricks, DIY crafts, and more
 
For centuries, herbs have been prized for their beauty and utility in the garden, kitchen, and medicine cabinet. Modern garden master Stephen Orr’s lushly illustrated guide is the definitive resource for identifying, cultivating, and using these fascinating and varied plants. 
 
With information on almost one thousand herbs, including detailed profiles of more than 125, each photographed in full color and accompanied by helpful growing advice, The New American Herbal takes the study of herbs and herbalism to an exciting new level. Orr covers the entire spectrum of useful plants, from culinary and ornamental to aromatic and medicinal, presenting them in an easily digestible format, giving you the tools to
 
• Learn how to plant and maintain a bountiful kitchen garden
• Propagate, harvest, and cook with the herbs you grow
• Use fresh, dried, and distilled herbs in seasoning blends, teas, vinegars, and more
• Create an easy DIY hanging herb garden, form an herb topiary, and mix herbal remedies and essential oils
• Whip up any of the 45 included recipes, such as Ragu Bolognese with Fennel and Lemon Semolina Cake with Lavender
 
Meticulously researched and exhaustive in its scope, The New American Herbal is an irresistible invitation to explore the versatility of herbs in all their beauty and variety.

Product details

• Authors: Stephen Orr
• Publisher: Clarkson Potter
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 30.09.2014
• EAN: 9780449819937
• ISBN: 978-0-449-81993-7
• No. of pages: 384
• Dimensions: 190 mm x 254 mm x 30 mm
• Subjects: Guides > Food & drink > General, dictionaries, tables; Natural sciences, medicine, IT, technology > Medicine > Holistic medicine