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Growing Herbs Like A Pro: The Complete Guide on How to Grow Herbs Indoors & Outdoors, and How to Turn Herb Gardening into a Profitable Business    by Joan E. Hixson
Price: $4.97 USD. 15340 words. Language: English. Published by Living Plus Healthy Publishing  on February 25, 2013. Nonfiction » Home and Garden » Gardening.

Although growing your own herbs in a home garden is easy, there is a lot of information you need to know about herbs & herb gardening. Just imagine being able to grow flavorful herbs without using harmful chemicals or spending a fortune on expensive store bought herbs. That's what "Growing Herbs Like A Pro" can help you. You'll learn how to successfully grow herbs indoors & outdoors, & much more.
Herbs and Spices - Garlic Ginger Chives    by Colin West
Price: $2.99 USD. 15250 words. Language: English. Published on January 19, 2013. Nonfiction » Home and Garden » Gardening.

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My herbs and spices book talks about 3 of my favorite herbs and spices - garlic, ginger, and chives. Packed with useful info and home growing tips, and also 30 great recipes to try using these as a key ingredient.
T is for Thyme    by John Chase
Price: $1.25 USD. 4770 words. Language: American English. Published on December 27, 2012. Nonfiction » Home and Garden » Gardening.

There are about 350 different species of thyme, a scent and flavor that is familiar to most of us.Thyme is an aromatic perennial plant or small shrub that may grow to about 15 to 18 inches tall.
D is for Dill    by John Chase
Price: $1.25 USD. 3750 words. Language: American English. Published on December 22, 2012. Nonfiction » Home and Garden » Gardening.

Dill can refer to the plant itself, its leaves or its seeds, both of which are used in cooking. Who isn’t familiar with a dill pickle?Dill seeds can be chewed to freshen your breath and its antimicrobial properties work against infections inside the mouth. It is also a good source of calcium and can help strengthen your teeth and bones. Dill helps to increase...
C is for Chives    by John Chase
Price: $1.25 USD. 3630 words. Language: American English. Published on December 21, 2012. Nonfiction » Home and Garden » Gardening.

Chives have long been considered a delicate herb that gives just a hint of the flavor found in its Big Brother – onion. It’s a staple in any gourmet kitchen because of this. But did you know that chives can do so much more besides taste good? This tiny green plant can ease stomach distress, protect against heart disease and stroke and maybe even help your body fight off the bacteria that can...
R is for Rosemary    by John Chase
Price: $1.25 USD. 4990 words. Language: American English. Published on December 20, 2012. Nonfiction » Home and Garden » Gardening.

Traditionally, rosemary is added to any dish containing lamb or kid (goat). That makes perfect sense when you consider that, in days gone by, lamb and kid contained more fat than some other meats, which can cause indigestion. Rosemary is used to help the digestion of fatty foods, thus, the use of rosemary in those meats.
C is for Carrot    by John Chase
Price: $1.25 USD. 4810 words. Language: American English. Published on December 16, 2012. Nonfiction » Home and Garden » Gardening.

The carrot is what we call a root vegetable because we are eating the root of the plant rather than leaves or fruit. Everyone is familiar with the bright orange carrots found in the supermarket and even on the seed racks and in backyard gardens.
C is for Coriander - Cilantro    by John Chase
Price: $1.25 USD. 4130 words. Language: American English. Published on December 16, 2012. Nonfiction » Home and Garden » Gardening.

The plant is coriander; the leaves are cilantro. Although they grow from the same root, the parts are NOT interchangeable in recipes. Cilantro is the flavor that makes salsa stand out.Coriander seeds are the next-most frequently used part of the plant. Rub a few around in the palm of your hand and sniff. You are immediately reminded of dessert...
C is for Chervil    by John Chase
Price: $1.25 USD. 3600 words. Language: American English. Published on December 16, 2012. Nonfiction » Home and Garden » Gardening.

Chervil is generally best used fresh but it does have its uses when dried. For instance, dried Chervil is one of the ingredients in the French Herbes de Provence, an indispensable ingredient in so many French dishes.
P is for Parsley    by John Chase
Price: $1.25 USD. 4750 words. Language: American English. Published on December 16, 2012. Nonfiction » Home and Garden » Gardening.

The most popular of garden herbs in the United States, parsley is used extensively for flavoring soups, stews, salads, sauces, and as a garnish. Few people realize that this species, cultivated for over 2000 years, has long been the subject of superstitions and myths