Powerful, wild, and magical, herbs are among nature's most versatile plants. Whether you have a bountiful backyard garden or simply a kitchen window box, you can enjoy the magical and practical benefits of herbs. Dig into this eclectic collection of articles on herb lore and the herbal arts, and you'll uncover tips on growing and gathering these marvelous plants, and using them for cooking, beauty, health, magic, and crafts.

With more than twenty-five articles by nationally recognized herbalists, Llewellyn's Herbal Almanac offers you many ways to practice herbal wisdom, including:

Starting an Herbal Garden by Pearlmoon

The Aromatic Treasures of India by Stephanie Rose Bird

The Lore and Magic of Honeysuckle by Tammy Sullivan

Herbs for Menopause by Leeda Alleyn Pacotti

Savory Herbs for the Crockpot by Elizabeth Barrette

Ginger Compresses by Chandra Moira Beal

Monastic Herb Gardens by Lynn Smythe

Llewellyn's 2005 Herbal Almanac

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Dig into this eclectic collection of articles on herb lore and the herbal arts, and you'll uncover tips on growing and gathering these marvelous plants, and using them for cooking, beauty, health, magic, and crafts.