Jane Wrigglesworth writes for NZ Gardener, Lifestyle Block, and numerous other publications in New Zealand and overseas, specialising in gardening, herbs and herbal remedies. She is studying a degree in natural medicine at the South Pacific College of Natural Medicine.
For anyone wanting a handy New Zealand herbal reference book, this is an accessible yet comprehensive guide. . . Be adventurous and try the recipes for holy basil chai, fresh coriander chutney, rosemary and kawakawa hash browns! Or how about oregano and lavender flowing soap? All in all this is a great primer for people who want to grow or use herbs in any way. Philippa Jamieson, NZ Gardener Magazine A lovely, readable, practical, holistic guide to growing your own food. Invaluable for beginners and inspiring if you don't have a lot of space. Sheryn Dean, OrganicNZ