The book's 256 informative pages and more than 200 beautiful color photographs taken in Avena's garden embody Deb Soule's deep love and respect for the spirit of the medicinal plants, with which she has worked for almost forty years. "This book is astounding! It is everything you want in a book about gardening: good solid practical advice, a spiritual connection to the earth, and visually beautiful. Deb has taken her twenty-five-plus years as a professional medicinal plant gardener and her life-time love of the earth and the plant people, and come up with something very special.This is a must-have book for anyone interested in gardening or the plant people. I promise you this book will be well read, well worn, and well loved. ―Karyn Sanders, Blue Otter School of Herbal Medicine "Deb Soule is overflowing with the healing wisdom of the plant world distilled through many years of study, experience and observation. Her reverence and respect for nature and deep intuitive capacities are evident in every page of this book. What a gift! ―Robert Karp, Director of the Biodynamic Farming and Gardening Assocoation "Way beyond food, flowers, or medicine .... here is gardening as the mindful rhythm in harmony with all living souls." ―C.R. Lawn, FEDCO Seeds "Herbalist Deb Soule offers the reader a beautifully written, heart-centered gardening book that reads as much like a prayer as it does a practical guide for all gardeners, new and experienced; sure to awaken and inspire one to explore creative ways of tending the rich life held in a well-loved garden. The author shares wisdom gleaned through years of cultivating not only soil and plants, but also her research and work with the pollinators, biodynamic practices and favorite tools used in growing simple herbal remedies to nourish the gardener as they heal the Earth. Honoring traditions, ancestors and the sacredness of carrying on the work of the wise herbalists that came before us, Deb reminds us of the blessing of being called to this work!" ―Kate Gilday, Herbalist, Woodland Essence "The reader will find this book endowed with glorious offerings of rich nectar. It makes me want to go out and turn the compost pile." ―Richo Ceck, Horizon Herbs Contents: <ol>
<li>A gardener's Notebook</li> <li>Biodynamics: Agriculture i Service of the Earth and Humanity</li> <li>Living in Harmony with the Seasons</li> <li>Energetic and Elemental Associations of Plant Parts</li> <li>Growing, Harvesting, and Using Medicinal Herbs</li> </ol>

How to Move Like a Gardener: Planting and Preparing Medicines from Plants

Health, Fitness & Dieting

Soule, Deb

Alternative Medicine

Steiner Books

The Roots of Healing: A Woman's Book of Herbs

Replica Books

This book is a beautiful compelation of personal stories, and in-depth descriptions of herbs and their uses. Most books on herbs barely go into the basics of the herb, but this book includes a few select herbs, with very comprehensive descriptions of when, where, and why to use them. "Roots of Healing" also includes many recipes with stories to accompany most. Although Deb is not a doctor, she has a wealth of knowledge of health issues and what doctors don't always tell us.

Citadel Pr

A Woman's Book of Herbs: The Healing Power of Natural Remedies

Citadel

A long awaited, practical & inspirational herbal written by an herbalist who has served her rural Maine community & women nationwide for many years. This comprehensive guide offers herbal knowledge that is easy to use & grounded in the wise ways women have known for centuries. Includes detailed information on how & when to gather & use common weeds & cultivated medicine plants for pre-menstrual, menstrual & menopausal discomforts, vaginal & urinary tract infections, Candida, liver problems, anemia & more. Over 25 original formulas listed. Social, economic & political issues affecting women's lives are thoughtfully woven into the book. Beautifully illustrated. "This book gives clear, straightforward & well researched information for all women, including health care providers. Must be in all womens health centers & clinics."--Devra Krassner, Naturopathic Doctor. "Deb's years of experience with growing harvesting & making herbal medicines for women makes this book an invaluable reference. Her intimate understanding of the plants & deep commitment for helping women heal themselves with support from non-invasive, easily accessible & Natural ways is eloquently expressed."--Adelle Dawson, Herbalist & author of HEALTH HAPPINESS & THE PURSUIT OF HERBS. "Nourishment for my soul."--Suzanne Richmond, Professor of Cross-Cultural Health Perspectives, Goddard College.

Women and Herbs: Exploring Our Roots

Cookbooks, Food & Wine

Blackberry

More than just a how-to book, this is a handbook of empowerment and knowledge that every woman should own. Whether you are new to herbs or a seasoned gatherer, use this book to increase your connection with nature and your soul. Herbs have a long history of being used for medicinal purposes around the world. But they are more than just health aides—using herbs nourishes a relationship with the earth as well as with one’s own body. In addition to outlining practical guidelines for planting and harvesting, this book addresses healing completely in emotional and psychological form, with a specific emphasis on each woman’s spiritual journey. Understanding and using herbs is both an art and a science. By selecting herbs that address the needs of the whole person, not just specific symptoms, you can restore the balance and harmony of your physical and mental health. Chapters include: <ul>
<li>Creating an herbal apothecary</li>
<li>Nourishing our roots</li>
<li>Menstrual Wisdom</li>
<li>Pregnancy and Birth</li>
<li>Stories Our Vaginas Tell</li>
<li>As We Grow Older</li>
<li>Immune-Enhancing Herbs</li>
<li>And much more!</li>
</ul>
 Deb Soule provides instructions for practical day-to-day remedies, including salves, tinctures, and teas, and advice for learning how to start an organic garden, gather your herbs and flowers, and prepare them. If you do not want or are unable to grow your own plants, there is a resource list for sources of high-quality organic and wild-harvested herbs.

The Woman's Handbook of Healing Herbs: A Guide to Natural Remedies

Szwed, Susan

Cooking by Ingredient

Skyhorse

In The Healing Garden, Deb Soule, founder of Avena Botanicals, offers an inspiring guide to herb gardening and crafting herbal remedies that promote wellness of spirit and body. Soule combines her passion for plants gardens, and healing with her extensive experience working with medicinal herbs, flowers, roots, and berries. Her practical advice addresses each aspect of fostering a garden filled with helpful, healing plants: biodynamic gardening practices; gathering plants and setting up a drying room; and creating herbal teas, decoctions, tinctures, syrups, tonics, vinegars, essences, and more. A chapter outlining eighteen medicinal herbs provides detailed information on their cultivation and healing properties. Molly Haley's colorful photography showcases Avena Botanicals' lush herb gardens in all seasons. The Healing Garden is grounded in respect for the interconnectedness of all living beings and is an eloquent plea for spiritual awareness and the wholeness of individuals, communities, and our planet.

The Healing Garden: Herbal Plants for Health and Wellness

Crafts, Hobbies & Home

Gardening & Landscape Design

Princeton Architectural Press

More than just a how-to book, Healing Herbs for Women is a handbook of empowerment and knowledge that every woman should own. Herbs have a long history of being used for medicinal purposes around the world. But they are more than just health aidesusing herbs nourishes a relationship with the earth as well as with one’s own body. In addition to outlining practical guidelines for planting and harvesting, this book addresses healing completely in emotional and psychological form, with a specific emphasis on each woman’s spiritual journey. Understanding and using herbs is both an art and a science. By selecting herbs that address the needs of the whole person, not just specific symptoms, you can restore the balance and harmony of your physical and mental health. Healing Herbs for Women provides instructions for practical day-to-day remedies, including salves, tinctures, and teas, and advice for learning how to start an organic garden, gather your herbs and flowers, and prepare them. If you do not want or are unable to grow your own plants, there is a resource list for sources of high-quality organic and wild-harvested herbs. Whether you are new to herbs or a seasoned gatherer, use this book to increase your connection with nature and your soul.

Healing Herbs for Women: A Guide to Natural Remedies

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