H olly Bellebuono (Massachusetts) has been an herbalist, international speaker, and apothecary director for nearly three decades. She uses her inspiring lectures, books, curriculum, retreats, and workshops to empower people to think creatively and explore healing and success. Visit her online at
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Llewellyns Little Book of Herbs 2020 by Holly Bellebuono.
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First e-book edition 2020
E-book ISBN: 9780738762784
Book design by Rebecca Zins
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Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data
Names: Bellebuono, Holly, author.
Title: Llewellyns little book of herbs / Holly Bellebuono.
Other titles: Little book of herbs
Description: Woodbury, Minnesota : Llewellyn Worldwide, Ltd, 2020. |
Series: Llewellyns little book series; 12
Identifiers: LCCN 2019053979 (print) | LCCN 2019053980 (ebook) | ISBN
9780738762050 (paperback) | ISBN 9780738762784 (ebook)
Subjects: LCSH: Herbals. | Medicinal plants. | Herb gardening. |
HerbsTherapeutic use.
Classification: LCC RM666.H33 B4574 2020 (print) | LCC RM666.H33 (ebook) | DDC 615.3/21dc23
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The recipes, suggestions, and ideas in this book are based on the authors personal experience and are not meant to constitute medical advice. For illnesses, consult a health care professional.
acknowledgments
Warm thanks to my friends with whom Ive enjoyed gardens and flowers for years: Laurisa, Zoe, Lisa, Kristina, Tarah, and Missy; and to the students with whom Ive delighted in sharing herb stories and adventures: Ellen, Keya, Sasha, Patty, Janice, and many more who have graced my gardens with their presence and enthusiasm. Gratitude to my wonderful sister, Leslie, for always being there for me. Much love to my children, Gabriel and Madia; Im so proud of you both! May your life experiences be creative and meaningful. Deep love and thanks to my dear David, my loving partner; your support for my work makes me smile, and our friendship means the world to me.
Thanks to my agent, Jody Kahn, and to the people at Llewellyn, who help empower us all one book at a time.
Contents
List of
List of
: Growing
: Harvesting
: Making
: Using and Sharing
Exercises
: Creating a Growing Space
: Harvesting Nettle
: Harvesting Valerian
: Screen Drying
: Brewing Hot Tea
: Making Sun Tea
: Making Iced Tea
: Making Beeswax Salves
: Making Coconut Oil Salves
: Making Lotion and Face Cream
: Making Spritzers
: Making a Bath Tea
: Making a Bath Garden
: Making a Bath Lotion
: Enjoying a Foot Soak with Epsom Salt and Herbs
: Making an Herbal Tincture
: Making a Vinegar Tincture
: Making Infused Honey
: Making Syrup
: Making a Honey and Vinegar Oxymel
: Making Fizzy Drinks
: Making Ice Cubes
: The Summer Basket
: The Camp Basket
: The Off-to-College Basket
: The Mothers Day Basket
: The Get-Well Basket
: Making and Using a Spit Poultice
: Making and Using a Compress
: Making and Using a Regular Poultice
Tips
: Tucking Herbs Elsewhere
: Moving Herbs Inside
: The Three Easiest Herbs
: Baskets and Bags
: Tools versus Fingers
: Using Dehydrators
: Using a Thermos to Store Hot Tea
: Making Salves: Keep It Dry
: The Value of Small Batches
: Label That Jar!
: Host a Making Party
: Keeping Herbs Fresh in the Kitchen
: Keeping Spritzers in the Fridge
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