Bud, Blossom, & Leaf: The Magical Herb Gardener's Handbook

Dorothy Morrison. Llewellyn Publications, $14.95 (178pp) ISBN 978-1-56718-443-3

As ""winter thaw"" turns to spring verdure, spiritual gardeners begin sharpening their tools. In Bud, Blossom, & Leaf: The Magical Herb Gardener's Handbook, Dorothy Morrison (In Praise of the Crone) digs through the spiritual side of gardening, offering 125 invocations, rituals, recipes and spells to help readers connect with the spirit of their bit of earth. Morrison's good humor and practical tips make this an entertaining ode to springtime.

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