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| TYPES OF HERBS |
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| HERB GARDEN DESIGN |
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Ornamental Versus Practical |
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Cold Hardiness Zones and Microclimates |
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| THE BASICS |
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| PREPARING THE GARDEN |
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| PLANTING HERBS |
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Planting Herbs into Containers |
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Growing Perennials as Annuals |
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| CARING FOR YOUR HERBS |
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| PROPAGATION |
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| PESTS AND DISEASES |
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| WHAT NOW? |
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Processing and Preservation |
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Herb-infused Oils and Vinegars |
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Preserving Herbs in Sugar |
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| WHAT TO DO WITH YOUR HERBS |
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Recipes and Craft Suggestions |
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| ABOUT THIS GUIDE |
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| THE HERBS |
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| GLOSSARY |
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| INDEX |
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| AUTHOR BIOGRAPHY |
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| ACKNOWLEDGMENTS |
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