Issue #99 - Summer 2004

On the Cover: As members of the Umbelliferae family, fennel, parsley, and celeriac produce tiny flowers that invite beneficial insects into the garden. Other similarly helpful herbs fend off insect pests, fight weeds, and prevent plant diseases. Our exploration of good garden companions begins on page 21.

21. The ABCs of Bugs
26. The Power of Companion Planting
32. Cloister Herb Garden at Le Mont St Michael
36. The Allure of Lavender
40. Herbs for Asthma
45. A Garden-Inspired Summer Dinner
50. Holy Basil
54. Soap Shop Story: The Making of an Herb Business

Departments

6. Garden Gate
7. Letters
9. Herbalist's Notebook
10. Herbal Healthwatch
14. Books
18. Miscellany
20. Medicine Chest
56. Master Gardener
59. Ask HQ
60. Potpourri
62. Herb & Garden Mart
66. Down the Garden Path