Herbs and Spices by John and Rosemary Hemphill

Paperbak, 1980, 128pages, good condition

For over forty years, John and Rosemary Hemphill have been involved in the cultivation, drying, blending and retailing of herbs and spices. they are leading authorities in this filed and have written several books on the subject.

This book is a beautifully wriiten and illustrated guide to the establishing and developing of a home herb garden. the cultivation of each herbis fully described, together with photographs and fascinating details on its history and uses.

The authors have also supplied a number of recipes in which herbs are used.

Contents: Intro, hints on using fresh and dried herbs, points to remember when propagating and cultivating herbs, herbs and how to grow and use them, angelica, anise, balm, basil bay tree, bergamot, borage, caraway, chervil chicory, chives, comfrey cress, dill, fennel, florence, garlic, horseradish, marjoram, oregano, mint, parsley, rosemary, sage, salad burnet, savory, french sorrel, thyme, french tarragon, thyme, CONFECTIONS AND CRAFTS, lavender, lemon verbena, pot-pourri, LAVENDER BOTTLE OR CONE, SCENTED COATHANGER, POMANDER BALL, CYSTALLIZED FLOWERS, ROSE PETAL VINEGAR, ROSEMARY HAIR RINSE, spices, allspice chilli, cinnamon, cloves, coriander, cumin, fenugreek, ginger, mustard, nutmeg, paprika, pepper, turmeric, vanilla, index.