Fujin no Tomo Sha (Headquarters: Toshima-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director: Nobuo Iritani) will release 'Chotto Hitotsumi: Herbs and Leafy Greens' authored by Sachiko Shono (Herb Researcher) on March 31, 2026 (Tuesday). Amidst rising prices, the unprecedentedly high 'household budget defense awareness' is leading to increased interest in saving money, securing food supplies, and reducing electricity consumption by decreasing the load on freezers. In this context, more people are growing plants as a hobby that also offers practical benefits. This book features explanations by the herb researcher author, who has selected herbs and leafy greens that are easy for beginners to grow. It is a gardening book useful for those who want to practice a 'grow-and-eat lifestyle' starting with just one pot.
Illustration: Kiyomi Moji
Plant names are listed in Japanese syllabary order. Key points for planting, fertilizing, watering, pruning, top-dressing, harvesting, and usage are easy to find at a glance. Includes a useful 12-month cultivation calendar.
Chamomile, which emits a sweet, apple-like fragrance.
From the Introduction of 'Chotto Hitotsumi: Herbs and Leafy Greens'
Author Sachiko Shono. Photo by Noriko Aoyama.
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