100 Herbs To Grow, What Gardeners Grow 2 Books Collection Set - Non Fiction - Hardback

Titles in This Set:
100 Herbs To Grow
What Gardeners Grow

Format: Hardback

Overview:
This practical two-book collection is a must-have for anyone who loves herbs, cooking from scratch, and nurturing a thriving garden. 100 Herbs To Grow is a comprehensive, field-tested guide that celebrates productive culinary and medicinal herbs. Jekka McVicar shares trusted methods for growing a wide range of herbs in traditional beds, containers, and from seed, with clear instructions on propagation, division, cuttings, harvesting, and year-round maintenance. The companion title, What Gardeners Grow, brings together the insights of the world’s most respected plantspeople to inspire every gardener with a rich glossary of plants, practical tips, and ideas for elevating everyday gardening into an art. Together, these two hardback volumes offer a complete, reliable resource that blends hands-on cultivation know-how with expansive plant wisdom. If your goal is to taste herbs at their peak, cultivate fragrance in every border, and cultivate confidence in your gardening choices, this set delivers a trusted, enduring reference for years of growing success.

What Makes This Collection Worth Owning:
Pairing a dedicated herb-cultivation manual with a celebrated compendium of garden knowledge makes this duo uniquely valuable. 100 Herbs To Grow provides a definitive roster of herbs with country-agnostic growing techniques, while What Gardeners Grow amplifies the gardener’s horizons with expert perspectives and plant profiles that spark ideas for borders, edible landscapes, and micro-gardens. The combined narrative supports a logical, satisfying reading journey—from seed to harvest to kitchen-table use—creating a cohesive library that supports both novice gardeners and seasoned herb enthusiasts. The hardback format adds a premium, shelf-worthy feel, perfect for gifting, reference, and everyday use as you plan, plant, and harvest with confidence.

Books Included in This Collection:
100 Herbs To Grow
A richly illustrated, field-tested guide to growing 100 herbs for culinary, medicinal, and decorative use. This volume covers what to grow, where to plant, and how to maximize yield in borders, pots, and seed-started beds. It emphasizes practical, reliable cultivation in real-world conditions, with step-by-step instructions for propagation, division, harvesting, and year-round maintenance. Readers will discover herb-by-herb guidance on soil preparation, companion planting, and preserving flavors, making it an invaluable reference for cooks, herbalists, and gardeners seeking dependable harvests and vibrant garden beds.

What Gardeners Grow
A curated, inspiring companion filled with insights from leading plantspeople, designed to spark ideas, refine taste, and broaden the gardener’s toolkit. This volume blends profiles, glossary entries, and practical tips to help readers recognize how a plant fits into design schemes, ecological gardening, and everyday use. It celebrates the artistry of plant selection while anchoring advice in real-world gardening challenges—seasonality, climate variation, and maintenance routines—so readers can translate inspiration into action in their own plots, balconies, or community gardens.

Who This Set Is Perfect For:
Gift buyers seeking a thoughtful, enduring present for hobbyist gardeners, aspiring herbalists, or home cooks who relish fresh ingredients. It’s ideal for beginners who want a clear, structured path to growing herbs and for seasoned green thumbs who enjoy expanding their plant vocabulary. Teachers and librarians catering to garden-based learning will find these volumes excellent classroom and library additions. If you’re building a home herb patch, designing a fragrant perennial border, or simply want reliable, confidence-boosting guidance, this set delivers a premium, everything-you-need-in-one-place experience.

Key Benefits:

• Comprehensive, field-tested herb guidance you can trust
• Practical, step-by-step growing instructions for soil, containers, and seed
• Inspiration from world-class plantspeople to elevate your garden plans
• Clear propagation, harvesting, and year-round maintenance tips
• Beautiful hardback volumes that make a lasting, gift-worthy collection
• Versatile for kitchens, edible landscapes, and medicinal herb use

About the Author:
Jekka McVicar is a celebrated British herb expert and founder of Jekka’s Herb Farm. With decades of hands-on experience cultivating culinary and medicinal herbs, she brings a practical, down-to-earth approach to growing—one that emphasizes reliability, flavor, and plant health. Her work has helped countless gardeners discover the joy of herbs, from seed to harvest, and she is widely respected for translating complex horticulture into approachable, usable guidance for home gardens and small urban plots. In this collection, her expertise informs the core herb-growing content of 100 Herbs To Grow, underscoring her commitment to empowering everyday growers to succeed with confidence.

Why You’ll Love This Set:
This two-book collection turns an ordinary garden into a thriving, flavorful space. You’ll gain trustworthy, accessible instruction on cultivating 100 herbs and expand your gardener’s toolkit with practical plant knowledge and inspiration from top experts. The set’s cohesive design supports a seamless reading experience, whether you’re planning a compact balcony herb garden or a full kitchen-planting corridor. It also offers outstanding gifting appeal for new homeowners, budding chefs, or anyone who cherishes the sensory pleasures of a well-tended garden and a well-stocked pantry.

Please Note: The individual books included in this listing will be dispatched as per the original UK ISBN and UK edition cover image shown in the image.