Herbs are so familiar and their lesser known properties are often overlooked "The Country Diary Herbal" takes a new look at their culinary and cosmetic uses and their historical associations. Over 50 different herbs are featured each one illustrated with a delightful watercolour from "The Country Diary of an Edwardian Lady" and "The Nature Notes of an Edwardian Lady". For each herb there are hints on how to grow and where to grow, harvesting and use. --This text refers to an alternate