Seasonal Living with Herbs: How to Grow, Harvest, Preserve and Use Herbs Year Round

“Jess beautifully welcomes us into her botanical sanctuary, sharing her personal journey into gardening and herbalism, a realm filled with insights cultivated through hands-on experience. Seasonal Living with Herbs is not only a practical guide to gardening, but an invitation to add intention to your life by embracing the rhythms of nature. Readers will be drawn into the visually alluring pages and stick around for the how-to growing and harvesting tips, informative plant guides, and the thoughtful collection of herbal recipes and projects.” —Amber Meyers, co-director of the Herbal Academy “In this book, Jess weaves together words and herbs in inspiring ways, igniting the reader’s love and curiosity for the wonderful world of green and growing things. Peppered with creative projects and stunning photography, flipping through these pages feels like sitting down for tea in Jess’s garden, surrounded by beautiful blooms and the buzzing of pollinators.” —Catarina Seixas, author of The Wild Craft “Jess does a lovely job of capturing the many beneficial aspects of gardening not only for oneself, but the environment in which the garden grows. She touches eloquently on subjects of tending to one’s mental health, making a sanctuary for beloved pollinators, and all aspects in between. This book paints a beautiful year-round portrait of just how delightful gardening can be.” —Lauren May, Must Love Herbs “Through her lens and her experiential knowledge, Jess shares creative and beautiful ways to weave plants into your everyday garden, kitchen, and home.” —Alyson Morgan, folk herbalist and author of Our Kindred Home “This book is an invitation to observe and tap into the nurturing and healing power of plants, shared in down-to-earth, accessible language that will empower you to deepen your relationship with the natural world. Whether your passion for plants is just sprouting or you’re already deep into your herbalism journey, this is a must have for any nature lover’s shelf.” —Dagny Kream, The Cottage Peach “As a gardener, I love how Jess has conveyed her love for herbs and how they can help our minds, bodies, and souls. Her book, Seasonal Living with Herbs, is a wonderful guide for incorporating herbs into your daily life. From recipes to tutorials and beautiful images, it is a resource for anyone looking to learn more about herbs and how to live more aligned with the seasons.” —Annette Thurmon, author of Simple Country Living and founder of Azure Farm “For anyone who wants to feel more connected to the earth around them, this book will speak to your soul and bathe it in sunshine and knowledge. Step-by-step from season to season, Jess feeds you inspiration and wisdom to help build an herbal life.” —Rachel Quenzer, Sugar Maple Farmhouse “From practical words of wisdom, recipes, and preparations, to gorgeous imagery throughout, this book takes us back to the grassroots of gardening—something we could all do with a little more of. Seasonal Living with Herbs is a gentle reminder of the simple joys found in the garden.” —Emma Sage, Sage Journal “Delving into the enchanting world of seasonal living with herbs, this book takes you on a botanical journey that not only enriches the senses but also offers a holistic guide to harmonizing with nature’s rhythms. Rich with vivid imagery, every topic unfolds like a work of art, leaving an indelible mark on the soul.” —Susie Zaldivar, Home Coop Garden “This book has everything you need to learn how to grow, preserve, and enjoy herbs. Overflowing with helpful tips, stunning photographs, and delightful projects, it is an instructive and inspiring celebration!” —Roxanne Ahern, author of Holistic Homesteading: A Guide to a Sustainable and Regenerative Lifestyle “The pages are filled with nothing less than beauty, deep knowledge, love for the natural world, and ways we can cultivate it.” —Mary Gonzalez, Sweet Mountaintop Farm