Southern Herb Growing [Paperback]

Madalene Hill (Author), Gwen Barclay (Author), Jean Hardy (Editor)

Product Details

• Paperback
• Publisher: Shearer Publishing (July 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0940672669
• ISBN-13: 978-0940672666
• Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 8.3 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.8 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #905,867 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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22 of 22 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars If you grow herbs in the South, make sure you have this book, August 6, 2000

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"iloveprovence" - See all my reviews

This review is from: Southern Herb Growing (Paperback)

The South has all the sun herbs need, however, we have soil that is not naturally conducive to the health of these wonderful plants. The authors have been growing most herbs for many years, and have created a book that addresses all the dilemmas that we face here in the South. If you love herbs and want to be successful with them, do yourself a favor and have this beautiful guide handy at all times. The authors show the gardener how to prepare the variety of soils that can be found in our region. It is essential that herb growers follow these procedures. Don't try to cut corners with this issue. The book illustrates and describes the necessary conditions for a huge selection of herbs. They point out very important information about what to do and what not to do. Since they are so wonderful, don't do things that the herbs won't like! A nice selection of herb gardens are displayed beautifully. The gardner may want to try the variety of knot gardens or a less formal approach. The authors give us a wonderful feast to choose from. There is a wonderful selection for drying and preserving, crafts and decorating, oils and recipes. A lovely book that offers gardners of the South a guaranteed opportunity to relish a beautiful herb garden and the delectable gifts it has to offer us!

18 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Essential for herb gardening in the South, December 26, 1998

By A Customer

This review is from: Southern Herb Growing (Paperback)

Breaks the topic down into designing your garden, fixing common problems before you start, recipes, and types of plants to grow in the South. More important, it lists plants NOT to grow in the South, or to try with caution.

Culture requirements are detailed, and this to me is the true value of the book.

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Far and away my favorite herb book..., June 5, 2004

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Agnes "BardLady" (PINE BLUFF, AR, United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Southern Herb Growing (Paperback)

and I have dozens. Herb growing in the south, and gardening in the south in general, is different from anywhere else - we fight heat, humidity, flash frosts, but rarely have a long dormant period. This book not only explains how do deal with herbs in our part of the country, it is also a beautiful volume to add to your library, with photos of great gardens, recipes, and absolutely beautiful photography. I've given away several copies...makes a great gift for any southern gardener.