NANCY BENCH

Herbs are an important but often neglected part of garden life. Not only are these plants useful for their culinary, cosmetic, and medicinal properties, but they also make a delightful addition to any border. They are also usually very attractive to the insects, birds, and animal life we should be encouraging into our gardens.

This introduction to herbs is the ideal guide for the beginner. It is informative and easy to understand, giving sufficient pointers to further research without overwhelming the reader.

The author, a healer, has many years experience of growing and using herbs, and runs a commercial herb nursery in Rutland.