"This meticulously researched compendium provides every aspect of growing, identifying, harvesting, preserving, and using more than 500 species of herbs. Thorough profiles provide a plant's botanical name and family, whether it is an annual or perennial, its height, hardiness, light requirements, water consumption, required soil type, and pH. The often fascinating history of the plant, the chemistry of its essential oils, and its culinary, landscape,...

Describes how to plant, care for, and use various kinds of herbs.

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The choice of many connoisseurs for making pesto. Also called Perfumed Basil. Leaves are slightly smaller and finer than Sweet Basil with more aroma and potency.

Used for its fresh green foliage, its edible flowers that attract beneficial insects, and its dried seeds?coriander. Essential flavoring in Indian, Chinese, Southeast Asian, Persian, North African and Latin American cooking. Accentuates soups, salsas and bean dishes like no other herb.