Unlock the hidden potential of your property so you can cultivate a home herb and spice garden from scratch! In the Complete Guide to Growing and Cultivating Herbs & Spices, author Linda Gray steers readers through every step of planning indoor and outdoor gardens. From popular herbs-including aloe vera, basil, chives, and thyme-to delicious spices, such as caraway, garlic, ginger, and even the elusive saffron, you'll discover plant-specific advice to target the best possible additions to your garden. This guide isn't a one-size-fits-all program-it's a comprehensive resource to discover what fits your unique space and climate. You'll learn everything, from growing wild, diverse gardens outdoors to growing herbs and spices in controlled containers. Discover which plants fit your unique conditions so you can pick the perfect plants to grow and thrive around your home! Gray covers every aspect of herb and spice knowledge-from keeping pests out to bringing your plants to life in delicious recipes. Don't be surprised if home-cooked meals taste better when you grow the herbs and spices yourself! What's Inside: Strategies for selecting which herbs and spices to grow, prepping your space at home, and designing a home garden to maximize your space, Plant guides to learn the specific challenges and advantages of produce and select the best for your climate, Delicious recipes to highlight the unique flavors you've developed from your herbs, spices, and vegetables, Design and planning strategies to protect your garden from pests, recycle existing materials, and even encourage your kids to get involved.
Complete Guide to Growing and Cultivating Herbs and Spices : Expert Advice for Planting Indoors and Outdoors, the Best Containers, and Storage