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19th-century Shaker communities were especially successful in growing and selling vegetable seeds and medicinal herbs. Today, when many American are turning to herbal remedies as a supplement or alternative to modern medicine, the Shakers' knowledge of medicinal plants is especially timely. They studied the work of botanists and "root and herb" doctors to determine which plants to grow and how to process them, and they sold hundreds of kinds of dried herbs, extracts, oils, and patent medicines. This book recounts the history of this important business, with quotations from the Shakers' reference sources and their gardening journals. Photos.
Simplicity, efficiency, and beauty are all qualities that today's gardeners strive for, and all are exemplified by the 19th century Shaker gardeners. Written by Rita Buchanan, an expert on herbs, and with photographs of present-day Shaker gardens, this book will appeal to gardeners and to the thousands of people who visit Shaker villages each year. "If you would have a lovely garden, you should have a lovely life".--Shaker saying. color photos. (Buyer's Choice)
This vibrant revision of a vintage treatise on medicinal herbs documents Shaker usage of 300 plants, shrubs, and trees. This edition features botanical drawings painted in 1880 by Sister Cora Helena Sarle, Shaker seed labels, catalogs, diary excerpts, and more. Published in association with Hancock Shaker Village in Pittsfield, Mass.
This timely companion to "Simple Wisdom" offers garden inspiration and expertise from one of America's most beloved cultures. 30 color photos. 15 original Shaker illustrations.
A vintage treatise on medicinal herbs documents Shaker usage of 300 plants, shrubs, and trees. This edition features botanical drawings painted in 1880 by Sister Cora Helena Sarle, Shaker seed labels, catalogs, diary excerpts, and more.
Shaker style reaches the garden with this combination of real Shaker horticultural principles and inspirational projects that will bring practical and simple beauty to outdoor spaces. The Shaker Garden is a functional guide to creating a beautiful and productive garden, or adapting part of an existing design. Sound horticultural information combines with step-by-step projects that include raised beds, a birdhouse, wooden seed trays and recipes for herb-flavored honey and edible flower salads.
Herb gardens bring us deep into the heart of our medicine: when we step inside, their beauty and healing literally surround us. Blankespoor shows how to design a herb garden, and organically grow some of the most healing plants on the planet. Detailed herbal profiles, and clear instructions on transforming your garden harvests into botanical medicine and health-giving foods are also covered. -- adapted from back cover
A resource organized by body system lists the key herbal remedies available, their uses, and cautionary advice, in a book that includes full-color photos, a glossary and several thematic indexes.
A cookbook of both old and new recipes assembled by one of the few remaining Shakers, including endearing recollections of Shaker cooks and Community life
A plain-English guide to the world of herb gardening Starting an herb garden isn't free, but it certainly outweighs the growing costs of buying retail herbs. Plus, adding homegrown ingredients to your meals is a healthy and tasty way to improve upon any dish you whip up at home. This friendly, hands-on guide is an excellent introduction to the world of herb gardening. It gives you tips and advice to grow a thriving herb garden that will add depth and flavor to home-cooked meals-as well as boost your health. How to choose, plant, and care for herbs Covers ready-made versus homemade soil mixes, starting plants from seeds, and other fundamentals How to prevent insects, pests, and diseases from invading your containers Over 30 herb recipes for everyday uses, including rubs, marinades, beauty products, and more Whether you're interested in getting step-by-step instructions for starting on your first herb garden or already have one and want to learn new tips and techniques, Herb Gardening For Dummies, 2nd Edition has you covered!