Llewellyn's 2025 Herbal Almanac: A Practical Guide to Growing, Cooking & Crafting Llewellyn's 2025 Calendars Almanacs Datebooks
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Llewellyn's 2025 Herbal Almanac: A Practical Guide to Growing, Cooking & Crafting (Llewellyn's 2025 Calendars, Almanacs & Datebooks)
Contributor(s): Llewellyn (Author) , Olonade, Mason (Contribution by) , Kambos, James (Contribution by) , Crosson, Monica (Contribution by) , Charbonneau, Jordan (Contribution by) , Martin, Kathy (Contribution by) , Edwards, Geoffrey (Contribution by) , Woodward, Laurel (Contribution by) , Mellas, Sara (Contribution by) , Boushee, Mandana (Contribution by) , Raedisch, Linda (Contribution by) , Barrette, Elizabeth (Contribution by) , Bellebuono, Holly (Contribution by) , Bellemore, Marilyn I (Contribution by) , Greer, Iya Angelique Sobande (Contribution by) , Blacke, Mireille (Contribution by) , Weaver, Bonnie Rose (Contribution by) , Rajchel, Diana (Contribution by) , Walker, Jd (Contribution by) , Zaman, Natalie (Contribution by) , Gilbert, Rebecca (Contribution by) , Sala, Anne (Contribution by) , Witt, Rachael (Contribution by) , Rainbow Wolf, Charlie (Contribution by) , Lupa (Contribution by)
Publisher: Llewellyn Publications
ISBN: 0738771937
Physical Info: 0.6" H x 7.9" L x 5.2" W (0.8 lbs) 320 pages
As the world's oldest and largest independent publisher of books for body, mind, and spirit, Llewellyn is dedicated to bringing our readers the very best in metaphysical books and resources. Since 1901, we've been at the forefront of holistic and metaphysical publishing and thought. We've been a source of illumination, instruction, and new perspectives on a wealth of topics, including astrology, tarot, wellness, earth-based spirituality, magic, and the paranormal. From e-books to tarot-themed iPhone apps, Llewellyn has embraced the Digital Age to continue our mission.
Llewellyn also partners with Italian publisher Lo Scarabeo, as the exclusive US and Canadian distributor of their beautiful tarot and oracle decks. They also partner with Blue Angel, an Australian publisher of oracles, books, CDs, and other sidelines.
Table of Contents:
Contents
Introduction to Llewellyn's Herbal Almanac . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Growing and Gathering
Growing Woodland Medicinal Herbs by Jordan Charbonneau . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Downy Mildew-Resistant Basil by Kathy Martin . . . . . . . . .17
Under-Cover Gardening: Extending Your Growing Season through Winter by Monica Crosson . . . . . . . . . . .29
The Wonders and Benefits of Volunteer Plants in Perennial and Annual Herb Gardening by Geoffrey Edwards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
Create an Herb Garden Paradise by James Kambos . . . . . . . .49
Making It Fertile with African Natural Farming by Mason Olonade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57
Cooking
Pizza for the Seasons by Sara Mellas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71
Embrace a Meatless Monday by Laurel Woodward . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83
Saffron in This World and Others by Linda Raedisch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93
Spring's Rising: Herbal Vinegars by Mandana Boushee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Preserving Fruits and Flowers by Marilyn I. Bellemore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Cooling Herbs by Elizabeth Barrette . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
Health and Beauty
Micronutrients in Plant-Based Foods by Mirelle Blacke, RD, CD-N . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
Delicious Energizing Herbal Food and Drinks by Holly Bellebuono . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
The Herbs You Really Need by Bonnie Rose Weaver . . . . . . 161
A Brief Intro to Afrobotany by Iya Angelique "Sobande" Greer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171
DIY and Crafts
Creating a Water Feature, One Pot at a Time by JD Walker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179
How to Make a Herbarium Like Emily Dickinson by Diana Rajchel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187
Aromatic Fires by Natalie Zaman . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195
Indigo Blues by Rebecca Gilbert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203
Plant Profiles
Updated! Plant Profiles: USDA Hardiness Zones . . . . . . . . 214
Clove by Anne Sala . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217
Black Cottonwood by Rachael Witt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229
Peonies by Charlie Rainbow Wolf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239
Strawberry by Lupa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 251
Gardening Resources
Companion Planting Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 262
Cooking with Herbs and Spices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266
Gardening Techniques . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 270
2025 Themed Garden Plans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 276
Planning Your 2025 Garden . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 280
2025 Gardening Log . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 282
Gardening by the Moon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 294
Contributors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 311
Publisher Marketing:
Valuable Insights for All Your Verdant Ventures
Cherished by gardeners, cooks, crafters, and other plant enthusiasts for more than 25 years, this enduring treasure blooms again with new ideas for growing and utilizing nature's bounty. Nurture your herbal passion with this edition's bouquet of innovative concepts ranging from downy mildew-resistant basil to scented fire starters.
Llewellyn's Herbal Almanac sprouts fresh insights on pond gardens, indigo dye, medicinal herbs, and more. Some of today's top writers provide easy-to-follow plans for a calming garden, Mediterranean herb garden, and salsa garden, as well as in-depth profiles on cloves, cottonwood, peonies, and wild strawberry. This guide also includes a twelve-month gardening log with calendars, moon phases, and tips. Whether you want to make herbal vinegars or a garden paradise, this almanac will inspire your practice throughout the year.
DIY gardening solutions and companion planting guide
Growing tips for woodland herbs
Fruit and flower preservation techniques
African farming methods for healthy soil
Recipes and craft ideas
Contributor Bio:Llewellyn
As the world's oldest and largest independent publisher of books for body, mind, and spirit, Llewellyn is dedicated to bringing our readers the very best in metaphysical books and resources. Since 1901, we've been at the forefront of holistic and metaphysical publishing and thought. We've been a source of illumination, instruction, and new perspectives on a wealth of topics, including astrology, tarot, wellness, earth-based spirituality, magic, and the paranormal. From e-books to tarot-themed iPhone apps, Llewellyn has embraced the Digital Age to continue our mission.
Llewellyn also partners with Italian publisher Lo Scarabeo, as the exclusive US and Canadian distributor of their beautiful tarot and oracle decks. They also partner with Blue Angel, an Australian publisher of oracles, books, CDs, and other sidelines.
Contributor Bio:Crosson, Monica
Monica Crosson (Concrete, Washington) is a Master Gardener who has taught gardening through her local Washington State University's extension office for more than twenty-five years. She has been a practicing Witch and educator for over thirty years and is a member of Evergreen Coven. Monica is the author of The Magickal Family and is a regular contributor to magazines such as Enchanted Living and Witchology. Visit her at AuthorMonicaCrosson.com.
Contributor Bio:Woodward, Laurel
Laurel Woodward (Portland, OR) has been a witch for 20 years and is also a tarot reader. She has written for magazines and ezines on the subjects of healthy living, organic gardening, sustainable living, and the magick of tapping creative energy. Learn more at www.LiminalLandscapes.com.
Contributor Bio:Raedisch, Linda
Linda Raedisch has been contributing crafts, recipes, and ethnobotanical lore to Llewellyn's Herbal Almanac since 2012. She is the author of The Old Magic of Christmas and The Lore of Old Elfland. Outside the kitchen, she has special interests in papercrafts, minority languages, and exploring the suburban jungle. You can follow her culinary, crafting, and linguistic adventures on Instagram @lindaraedisch.
Contributor Bio:Bellebuono, Holly
Holly Bellebuono (Massachusetts) is an entrepreneur and herbalist of 30 years. Through courses, workshops, and retreats, she guides people to think creatively about success, business, healing, and purpose. Visit her at HollyBellebuono.com.
Contributor Bio:Rajchel, Diana
Diana Rajchel began her career planning to serve as clergy and write about all subjects spiritual. It did not occur to her or anyone else to say with what agency she might assume priesthood. The result of this oversight in intention setting is that she is now an itinerant city priestess, well-practiced witch, and somewhat unintentional subversive. Her background includes Wicca, folk witchcraft, conjure, and a whole lot of experience organizing people that don't like knowing that they're organized. Diana splits her time between San Francisco, California, where she co-owns Golden Apple Metaphysical, and southwestern Michigan, where she runs Earth and Sun spiritual coaching with her partner. In between her wanderings she teaches as part of the Magick 101 series for Wicked Grounds Annex in San Francisco, and teaches and reads tarot at Elements Kalamazoo in Michigan. Diana has 25 years' experience as a professional tarot reader and western herbalist and has 29 years' experience as a professional writer. She is also the pet DragonCat to a very ladylike boxer named Nora.
Contributor Bio:Walker, Jd
JD Walker is the vice chancellor of the House of Akasha, a North Carolina pagan group. She is an award-winning author, journalist, and magazine editor as well as a frequent contributor to the Llewellyn annuals. Walker has written a regular garden column for over thirty years, and she is the author of A Witch's Guide to Wildcraft and Under the Sacred Canopy. She resides in Greensboro, North Carolina.
Contributor Bio:Zaman, Natalie
Natalie Zaman is the author of Color and Conjure and Magical Destinations of the Northeast (Llewellyn); the co-author of Sirenz (Flux), Sirenz Back In Fashion (Flux), and Blonde Ops (Thomas Dunne Books); and is a contributor to various Llewellyn annual publications.
Contributor Bio:Gilbert, Rebecca
Rebecca Randall Gilbert discovered her love of foraging at age six when she spent the summer with her grandmother in Martha's Vineyard island, Massachusetts. She has been exploring the subject--and grazing on the same farm--ever since. She teaches a variety of rural skills at Native Earth Teaching Farm, which she and her husband opened to the public in 2002.
Contributor Bio:Lupa
Lupa (Portland, OR) is a neoshaman, artist and sustainability geek. She has been working with animal magic in various forms since the 1990s and has developed a self-created and spirit-directed neoshamanic path. She possesses a Master's degree in counseling psychology with an emphasis on ecopsychology. Visit her online at TheGreenWolf.com.
Contributor(s): Llewellyn (Author) , Olonade, Mason (Contribution by) , Kambos, James (Contribution by) , Crosson, Monica (Contribution by) , Charbonneau, Jordan (Contribution by) , Martin, Kathy (Contribution by) , Edwards, Geoffrey (Contribution by) , Woodward, Laurel (Contribution by) , Mellas, Sara (Contribution by) , Boushee, Mandana (Contribution by) , Raedisch, Linda (Contribution by) , Barrette, Elizabeth (Contribution by) , Bellebuono, Holly (Contribution by) , Bellemore, Marilyn I (Contribution by) , Greer, Iya Angelique Sobande (Contribution by) , Blacke, Mireille (Contribution by) , Weaver, Bonnie Rose (Contribution by) , Rajchel, Diana (Contribution by) , Walker, Jd (Contribution by) , Zaman, Natalie (Contribution by) , Gilbert, Rebecca (Contribution by) , Sala, Anne (Contribution by) , Witt, Rachael (Contribution by) , Rainbow Wolf, Charlie (Contribution by) , Lupa (Contribution by)
Publisher: Llewellyn Publications
ISBN: 0738771937
Physical Info: 0.6" H x 7.9" L x 5.2" W (0.8 lbs) 320 pages
As the world's oldest and largest independent publisher of books for body, mind, and spirit, Llewellyn is dedicated to bringing our readers the very best in metaphysical books and resources. Since 1901, we've been at the forefront of holistic and metaphysical publishing and thought. We've been a source of illumination, instruction, and new perspectives on a wealth of topics, including astrology, tarot, wellness, earth-based spirituality, magic, and the paranormal. From e-books to tarot-themed iPhone apps, Llewellyn has embraced the Digital Age to continue our mission.
Llewellyn also partners with Italian publisher Lo Scarabeo, as the exclusive US and Canadian distributor of their beautiful tarot and oracle decks. They also partner with Blue Angel, an Australian publisher of oracles, books, CDs, and other sidelines.
Table of Contents:
Contents
Introduction to Llewellyn's Herbal Almanac . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Growing and Gathering
Growing Woodland Medicinal Herbs by Jordan Charbonneau . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Downy Mildew-Resistant Basil by Kathy Martin . . . . . . . . .17
Under-Cover Gardening: Extending Your Growing Season through Winter by Monica Crosson . . . . . . . . . . .29
The Wonders and Benefits of Volunteer Plants in Perennial and Annual Herb Gardening by Geoffrey Edwards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
Create an Herb Garden Paradise by James Kambos . . . . . . . .49
Making It Fertile with African Natural Farming by Mason Olonade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57
Cooking
Pizza for the Seasons by Sara Mellas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71
Embrace a Meatless Monday by Laurel Woodward . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83
Saffron in This World and Others by Linda Raedisch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93
Spring's Rising: Herbal Vinegars by Mandana Boushee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Preserving Fruits and Flowers by Marilyn I. Bellemore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Cooling Herbs by Elizabeth Barrette . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
Health and Beauty
Micronutrients in Plant-Based Foods by Mirelle Blacke, RD, CD-N . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
Delicious Energizing Herbal Food and Drinks by Holly Bellebuono . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
The Herbs You Really Need by Bonnie Rose Weaver . . . . . . 161
A Brief Intro to Afrobotany by Iya Angelique "Sobande" Greer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171
DIY and Crafts
Creating a Water Feature, One Pot at a Time by JD Walker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179
How to Make a Herbarium Like Emily Dickinson by Diana Rajchel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187
Aromatic Fires by Natalie Zaman . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195
Indigo Blues by Rebecca Gilbert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203
Plant Profiles
Updated! Plant Profiles: USDA Hardiness Zones . . . . . . . . 214
Clove by Anne Sala . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217
Black Cottonwood by Rachael Witt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229
Peonies by Charlie Rainbow Wolf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239
Strawberry by Lupa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 251
Gardening Resources
Companion Planting Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 262
Cooking with Herbs and Spices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266
Gardening Techniques . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 270
2025 Themed Garden Plans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 276
Planning Your 2025 Garden . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 280
2025 Gardening Log . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 282
Gardening by the Moon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 294
Contributors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 311
Publisher Marketing:
Valuable Insights for All Your Verdant Ventures
Cherished by gardeners, cooks, crafters, and other plant enthusiasts for more than 25 years, this enduring treasure blooms again with new ideas for growing and utilizing nature's bounty. Nurture your herbal passion with this edition's bouquet of innovative concepts ranging from downy mildew-resistant basil to scented fire starters.
Llewellyn's Herbal Almanac sprouts fresh insights on pond gardens, indigo dye, medicinal herbs, and more. Some of today's top writers provide easy-to-follow plans for a calming garden, Mediterranean herb garden, and salsa garden, as well as in-depth profiles on cloves, cottonwood, peonies, and wild strawberry. This guide also includes a twelve-month gardening log with calendars, moon phases, and tips. Whether you want to make herbal vinegars or a garden paradise, this almanac will inspire your practice throughout the year.
DIY gardening solutions and companion planting guide
Growing tips for woodland herbs
Fruit and flower preservation techniques
African farming methods for healthy soil
Recipes and craft ideas
Contributor Bio:Llewellyn
As the world's oldest and largest independent publisher of books for body, mind, and spirit, Llewellyn is dedicated to bringing our readers the very best in metaphysical books and resources. Since 1901, we've been at the forefront of holistic and metaphysical publishing and thought. We've been a source of illumination, instruction, and new perspectives on a wealth of topics, including astrology, tarot, wellness, earth-based spirituality, magic, and the paranormal. From e-books to tarot-themed iPhone apps, Llewellyn has embraced the Digital Age to continue our mission.
Llewellyn also partners with Italian publisher Lo Scarabeo, as the exclusive US and Canadian distributor of their beautiful tarot and oracle decks. They also partner with Blue Angel, an Australian publisher of oracles, books, CDs, and other sidelines.
Contributor Bio:Crosson, Monica
Monica Crosson (Concrete, Washington) is a Master Gardener who has taught gardening through her local Washington State University's extension office for more than twenty-five years. She has been a practicing Witch and educator for over thirty years and is a member of Evergreen Coven. Monica is the author of The Magickal Family and is a regular contributor to magazines such as Enchanted Living and Witchology. Visit her at AuthorMonicaCrosson.com.
Contributor Bio:Woodward, Laurel
Laurel Woodward (Portland, OR) has been a witch for 20 years and is also a tarot reader. She has written for magazines and ezines on the subjects of healthy living, organic gardening, sustainable living, and the magick of tapping creative energy. Learn more at www.LiminalLandscapes.com.
Contributor Bio:Raedisch, Linda
Linda Raedisch has been contributing crafts, recipes, and ethnobotanical lore to Llewellyn's Herbal Almanac since 2012. She is the author of The Old Magic of Christmas and The Lore of Old Elfland. Outside the kitchen, she has special interests in papercrafts, minority languages, and exploring the suburban jungle. You can follow her culinary, crafting, and linguistic adventures on Instagram @lindaraedisch.
Contributor Bio:Bellebuono, Holly
Holly Bellebuono (Massachusetts) is an entrepreneur and herbalist of 30 years. Through courses, workshops, and retreats, she guides people to think creatively about success, business, healing, and purpose. Visit her at HollyBellebuono.com.
Contributor Bio:Rajchel, Diana
Diana Rajchel began her career planning to serve as clergy and write about all subjects spiritual. It did not occur to her or anyone else to say with what agency she might assume priesthood. The result of this oversight in intention setting is that she is now an itinerant city priestess, well-practiced witch, and somewhat unintentional subversive. Her background includes Wicca, folk witchcraft, conjure, and a whole lot of experience organizing people that don't like knowing that they're organized. Diana splits her time between San Francisco, California, where she co-owns Golden Apple Metaphysical, and southwestern Michigan, where she runs Earth and Sun spiritual coaching with her partner. In between her wanderings she teaches as part of the Magick 101 series for Wicked Grounds Annex in San Francisco, and teaches and reads tarot at Elements Kalamazoo in Michigan. Diana has 25 years' experience as a professional tarot reader and western herbalist and has 29 years' experience as a professional writer. She is also the pet DragonCat to a very ladylike boxer named Nora.
Contributor Bio:Walker, Jd
JD Walker is the vice chancellor of the House of Akasha, a North Carolina pagan group. She is an award-winning author, journalist, and magazine editor as well as a frequent contributor to the Llewellyn annuals. Walker has written a regular garden column for over thirty years, and she is the author of A Witch's Guide to Wildcraft and Under the Sacred Canopy. She resides in Greensboro, North Carolina.
Contributor Bio:Zaman, Natalie
Natalie Zaman is the author of Color and Conjure and Magical Destinations of the Northeast (Llewellyn); the co-author of Sirenz (Flux), Sirenz Back In Fashion (Flux), and Blonde Ops (Thomas Dunne Books); and is a contributor to various Llewellyn annual publications.
Contributor Bio:Gilbert, Rebecca
Rebecca Randall Gilbert discovered her love of foraging at age six when she spent the summer with her grandmother in Martha's Vineyard island, Massachusetts. She has been exploring the subject--and grazing on the same farm--ever since. She teaches a variety of rural skills at Native Earth Teaching Farm, which she and her husband opened to the public in 2002.
Contributor Bio:Lupa
Lupa (Portland, OR) is a neoshaman, artist and sustainability geek. She has been working with animal magic in various forms since the 1990s and has developed a self-created and spirit-directed neoshamanic path. She possesses a Master's degree in counseling psychology with an emphasis on ecopsychology. Visit her online at TheGreenWolf.com.