Five classic cottage herbs — chamomile, lemon balm, lavender, calendula, and peppermint — with plain-spoken directions for growing, drying, and enjoying them the traditional way.
Inside the guide
How to grow all five herbs, even if you've never planted anything before
Harvesting and drying the old-fashioned way that keeps the fragrance
Time-honored kitchen, tea, and home uses — with honest safety notes
The one seed mistake that costs beginners a whole season
"Come sit at my kitchen table — I'll show you exactly how I started."
— Aunt Clara