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In Celebration of Fynbos - Struik Publishers 

...a treasure trove of practical information and exquisite photography.

It showcases 50 plants from the fynbos kingdom, focusing on how to use them in gardening, culinary, medicinal, healing and decorative ways. A double-page spread is dedicated to each flower and, while the emphasis remains on gardening, the practical information, ranging from how to make sundowners and iced tea to fabric dye and medicinal potions, is not only useful, but also fun.

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In a nutshell :

• a guide to growing and using fynbos in everyday life
• a practical reference for alternative healthcare and cuisine
• dazzling photography showcasing 50 species of fynbos
• foreword written by former Environmental Affairs Minister and conservationist, Valli Moosa

Did you know :

• rooibos is a fynbos species?
• wild fennel is a refreshing addition to salads?
• the juice and pulp of the sour fig can be used for treating wounds, burns
• and eczema?
• honeybush is good for respiratory ailments?
• wild rosemary is a hair growth stimulant and conditioner?
• sutherlandia is a great immune system booster?

This book invites all gardening enthusiasts to explore fynbos in an exciting new way.

The author and photographer

Petra Vandecasteele is an inspirational writer. She started as a freelance travel writer for a European magazine in 1993 and has been a copywriter for corporate clients since 1998. Petra contributes regularly to various South African publications - she enjoys capturing the essence of her subject and creating an inspiring reading experience.

Paul Godard who has a PhD in Sciences (Biology), is a nature photographer and has exhibited his work in Brussels, Paris, Washington, Harare and Cape Town. He is the main photographer for the Kogelberg Biosphere Reserve website and also
contributes to Petra's features.

They have travelled extensively and live at the edge of the Kogelberg Biosphere in Gordon's Bay, near Cape Town.

Practical information :

• publication date : January 2008
• ISBN : 978 1 77007 490 3
• price : R169.95
• format : 210 x 210 mm
• extent : 224 pages
• photographs : over 200 in full colour
• text : +/- 20000 words
• binding : PLC
• language : English
• imprint : Struik Publishers
• classification : gardening, gift

DATE : 01 Jan 2008 -