This illustrated guide provides an introduction to the pleasures and rewards of herb gardening, with imaginative designs for many different growing areas. The book also includes details of the beneficial ways in which herbs can be used - in remedies for minor ailments, as homemade cosmetics and as fragrant herbal teas. Each entry is accompanied by a full description of the herb, followed by notes on cultivation, special uses and storing. In addition there are over 270 recipes using the flavour of herbs.