House, garden & nature

Healing wraps and compresses

​Wraps - a gentle healing method for the whole familyWraps are a holistic and gentle healing method for colds, fever, stomach and back pain, joint complaints and more. They also promote healthy sleep and are suitable for all age groups - from children to the elderly.This book provides you with the necessary know-how to successfully apply wraps and compresses. The authors explain which compresses help with various ailments, how to prepare them and how to apply them correctly. You will also receive lots of recovery tips and information on medicinal plants and household remedies such as curd cheese.Learn the art of compresses and support your health in a natural way! 80 color photos, 144 pages.

Home remedies, traditional and effective

​Traditional home remedies that work, quick help from the medicine cabinetExperience the power of traditional home remedies! Onion juice helps with coughs, a curd compress for sprains and a tea made from mint, lemon balm, aniseed and camomile for flatulence. If you have a runny nose, a sore leg or a tummy ache, Karin Buchart offers tried and tested recipes from regional folk medicine. Simple and effective: home remedies made from foods and herbs that you also have at homeHow to prevent illness: Strengthen the immune system, improve intestinal floraRunny nose, dry cough, sore throat: the best home remedies for coldsWhether you're feeling unwell or ill, suffering from a childhood illness or age-related complaints: Teas, herbs and compresses that helpFrom arteriosclerosis to gout and joint pain to the menopause: 400 pages full of tried and tested home remediesAll the home remedies presented in the book have one thing in common: they are easy to use and have been passed down within families for generations. Many of the recipes come from the Alps and the Pinzgau region. 400 pages.

Homemade herbal antibiotics

Are you looking for alternatives to conventional antibiotics? These often lead to resistance or intolerance. You can often do without it and treat early illnesses with herbal antibiotics. The herbs and spices are usually tolerated without side effects and strengthen the immune system thanks to their vital substances. In this book, alternative practitioner Claudia Ritter explains when it makes sense to use herbal antibiotics, explains how they work and provides a wealth of healing recipes for the most important complaints. Portraits of the most important spices and herbs with antibiotic effects make the book a resource for the medicine cabinet. 144 pages.

Liqueurs from gardens, forests and meadows

This book is dedicated to the pure aroma of homemade fruit, herbal and spice liqueurs! Herb expert Susanne Oettle shows how you can easily make your own liqueur - with purely regional and seasonal ingredients. Over 40 sophisticated recipe creations range from elderflower, cherry and rosehip liqueurs to baked apple and hazelnut liqueurs. The compact guide section provides the necessary background knowledge on the right equipment, fruit and herb selection and the correct preparation with spirits. This book accompanies you step by step to homemade, all-natural liqueur - without any artificial flavors or additives. 120 pages.

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Medicinal plant power against viruses

Prevent naturally, treat infections, strengthen the immune system Natural medicine offers a wealth of medicinal plants, spices and wild herbs to protect yourself gently and without side effects from attacks and infections caused by viruses. The effective ingredients of the plants stimulate the defense cells of the immune system, have direct antiviral effects or inhibit the reproduction of viruses. This practical guide shows how you can strengthen the body's defenses with virus-inhibiting medicinal plants. The experienced alternative practitioner Claudia Ritter describes options for prophylaxis, numerous recipes and the correct preparation of teas, tinctures and other applications with proven antiviral medicinal plants such as echinacea, cistus, wild garlic and many more.

Natural cosmetics made from herbs throughout the year

This guide to self-collected herbs and medicinal plants from nature and their possible uses combines traditional and modern knowledge to produce natural cosmetic products in your own kitchen: from soap or a simple tincture to an elaborately stirred cream. In the book, which is specifically structured into monthly chapters, you can always see exactly which herbs can be harvested and what can be conjured up from them. Our own products are produced almost all year round. From self-collected May leaves that can be processed into cough syrup, a mosquito bite ointment made from ribwort plantain, lipstick with chickweed to nettle soap for better blood circulation, there is something for every need. Many small tips help to alleviate everyday problems. The recipes are easy to follow and explained with step-by-step photos. The book has two special features: Many recipes for pets are included and most of the products are vegan!160 pages.

Natural knowledge - the secret knowledge of medicinal plants and elements

​A colorful reference book on the healing powers of natureThis illustrated reference book combines old and new knowledge about medicinal herbs, the elements and life through the seasons. It tells of rituals and myths that preserve the secrets of nature and reveals the treasures of the Alpine natural pharmacy.Whether for more energy or for sleep problems: We can find what our body and soul need in the forest, garden and right on our doorstep.Nature knowledge expert Miriam Wiegele and her colleagues have collected interesting, helpful and curious facts from ancient times. They also get to the bottom of popular sayings and traditional legends about nature. Magnificently illustrated anthology with knowledge of nature and medicinal plantsEverything about plant symbolism, magical animals and the power of the stars and elementsThe most important myths, legends, stories and fairy tales about natural treasuresProven remedies and household remedies from the natural apothecary 272 pages

Natural skin medicine

Especially in modern times, when more and more people are suffering from skin diseases, the reference work offers knowledge, suggestions and recipes to strengthen skin health from the natural pharmacy of our ancestors. The 300-page book bundles a complete skin pharmacy for the whole family and looks deep into the secrets of monastery medicine, Hildegard von Bingen and Ayurveda. In addition, Gabriela Nedoma places the knowledge of our ancestors in the context of modern science - each recipe is accompanied by a detailed introduction describing the history of medicine, scientific studies and the effects of the plants. Thanks to this bridge to our time, the remedies in the book are more relevant than ever.Traditional skin medicine: backgrounds of empirical medicine, therapeutic concepts and medical historyInstructions for producing the remedies, basic knowledge Oil and fat bases, folk remedies Experiential medicine in practice: Current scientific studies on the effects of medicinal plants Healing procedures from traditional medicine: Make your own healing ointments, oils and skin creams Proven remedies that work on the skin: On more than 300 pages, Gabriela Nedoma, expert in traditional naturopathy and green cosmetics, presents tried-and-tested recipes for healing ointments, oils and skin creams and a large skin pharmacy Over 100 natural medicines and home remedies to make yourself for the whole family:Skin medicines for external complaints such as neurodermatitis, injuries, wounds, burns, acne, psoriasis and dry skinSkin remedies for internal ones Illnesses, against respiratory problems, pain, inflammation, swelling and sprains Gynecological remedies against cramps, bleeding and menopausal symptomsNatural skin care for babies and people with sensitive skinEffective anti-aging -Remedies for dry, irritated and mature skin In addition to classics such as marigold ointment, St. John's wort oil and Hildegard von Bingen's wormwood oil, the author also presents little-known skin remedies such as oxymel ointments, salt ointments or snow ointments. This makes Traditional Skin Medicine a standard work for everyone who wants to strengthen their skin health with the power of nature!The future of skin health lies in its past, in the health knowledge of our ancestors!

Nature is always right

Rezepte für Gesundheit und Schönheit durch die geheimen Kräfte der Pflanzen. Die Natur hat immer recht ist ein Klassiker der modernen Pflanzenheilkunde. In seinem Werk beschreibt er ausführlich die Wirkung von Heilpflanzen, Gemüsen, Salaten und Obst auf die Gesundheit und die Schönheit des Menschen. Zu den Wirkungen gesellt sich im zweiten Teil eine Sammlung seiner Lieblingsrezepte, unterteilt nach Suppen, Hauptgerichten, Saucen, Gemüse und Salaten sowie Nachspeisen und Getränken. Das Buch ist jedoch nicht nur ein Ratgeber für die Gesundheit und Schönheit, es weist bereits 1972 auf die Umweltverschmutzung, das Müllproblem, die Überdüngung, die Autoabgase und die geplante Obsoleszenz von Produkten hin und stellt der Politik der letzten 50 Jahre somit ein erbärmliches Zeugnis aus.320 Seiten

Old fruit varieties

6th expanded edition. Old fruit varieties are more in demand today than ever. The Pocket Atlas of Old Fruit Varieties presents a selection of fruit-growing and pomologically valuable old apple varieties, must and commercial pears as well as old varieties of plums, plums, sweet and sour cherries. Images typical of the variety and detailed cross-sectional images of apples, images of the stones of plums and plums in their original size, images of the cores of table pears in their original size and important distinguishing features will help you to reliably identify the 296 old types of fruit. You will also find important information about susceptibility to disease, location requirements, yield performance and utilization properties. 351 pages.

Orchard - make it simple

Properly plant, care for and harvest everything from apples to cornelian cherries. So that there is always something to pick and snack on. ~Everything about gardening is actually fun. From the careful selection of what should grow, to the hands-on digging, to the crowning moment, the harvest. ~And of course it's even nicer when you do it right. ~This book will help you on your way to... Orchard proceed. It contains everything about planning, planting, caring for, protecting and harvesting and presents around 30 types of pome, stone and berry fruit as well as wine, kiwi and wild fruits, including compact varieties for small areas. Practical tips will help you make delicious use of the freshly harvested fruit, and with the detailed list of varieties you are guaranteed to make the right choice for your garden. 65 color photos, 120 pages. ~

Our best medicinal plant recipes

?Gentle natural medicine for everyday problemsIn this unique recipe book you will find 122 really good recipes from the treasure trove of decades of medicinal plant experience, ~from the renowned medicinal plant experts Ursel Bhring and Michaela Girsch. ~< br>There are tried and tested recipes for the whole family to stay healthy and get healthy: for the stomach, immune system, skin and soul, heart, pain, circulation, young and old, woman and man. A book without complicated theory that can be used immediately, peppered with personal recommendations and tips from the authors. 73 color photos. 144 pages. ~

Pocket Atlas of Fruit

216 Obstsorten auf einen Blick – kompakt, übersichtlich und praxisnah. Der Taschenatlas Obst stellt 216 neue und bewährte Obstsorten mit aussagekräftigen Fotos und leicht verständlichen Kurzbeschreibungen vor. Neben Baum- und Strauchobstarten finden Sie auch Erdbeersorten sowie zahlreiche empfehlenswerte Wildobstarten. Ein Farbleitsystem und übersichtliche Symbole erleichtern die Orientierung und helfen dabei, Sorten schnell zu vergleichen. Der Atlas unterstützt Sie beim Erkennen der verschiedenen Obstsorten und gibt praktische Hinweise zu Verwendung, Verarbeitung und Anbau. Zu jeder Sorte finden Sie wichtige Informationen zu Herkunft, Wuchs, Befruchtung, Ertrag, Resistenzen, Unterlagen und Anbaueignung. Zusätzlich zeigt der Atlas, für welche Einsatzbereiche die jeweilige Sorte geeignet ist – vom Hausgarten über den Erwerbs- und Bioanbau bis hin zur Mostherstellung oder Streuobstwiese. Ein praktischer Begleiter für Gärtner, Selbstversorger und alle, die sich für Obstsorten interessieren.221 Farbfotos, 126 Seiten.

Practical handbook on soil fertility

How can you build humus on your own farm? How can the soil be made fit for extreme weather such as heavy rainfall and periods of drought? Find out in a practical and scientifically based way how you can successfully increase soil fertility in arable and vegetable production with new crop management.Read how to keep the soil covered with mulch, minimize tillage, create year-round root penetration and, if possible create a high level of diversity.Learn how to adapt these innovative systems to your respective site conditions.Practical assessment and calculation methods for soil, fertilization and plant populations help to monitor success. 232 pages, 157 color photos.

Praxisführer Almpflanzen

Futter- und Zeigerpflanzen im Alpenraum verstehenDieser Praxisführer beschreibt über 60 wertvolle Futter- und Zeigerpflanzen im Alpenraum. Jede Pflanze wird auf einer Doppelseite mit Detailfotos vorgestellt, die es dem Leser ermöglichen, sie im Gelände zu bestimmen.Das Besondere: Der Autor hebt hervor, wo die Pflanzen vorkommen und was ihre Standortansprüche sind. Zusätzlich beleuchtet er sowohl den landwirtschaftlichen Wert der Pflanzen, wie auch Nutzungsmöglichkeiten für Küche oder Hausapotheke. Zeigerpflanzen geben Hinweise darauf, wie es um die Versorgung mit Wasser und Nährstoffen am Standort bestellt ist. Daraus lassen sich Bewirtschaftungsfehler erkennen und Maßnahmen ableiten. Das macht den Praxisführer Almpflanzen zu einem praktischen Begleiter für Almbauern, Landschaftsökologen und Wanderer. 160 Seiten.Der Autor: Boden- und Vegetationsökologe Mag. Dr. Andreas Bohner ist wissenschaftlicher Leiter der Abteilung Umweltökologie an der HBLFA Raumberg-Gumpenstein in Irdning, Steiermark. Er ist u. a. Dozent an der Universität für Bodenkultur, Wien.

Preserve fruit

Preserving, pickling, drying, etc.Freezing, sterilizing, drying &~ Drying Soaking in vinegar, oil and alcohol, candiing and glazing Compotes, jams, fruit pastes and juices Enjoy making your own instead of buying expensive ones : This way the taste of your own fruit is preserved and even refined! First, the basics of the various types of preservation are explained in detail: freezing, sterilizing, drying and drying, pickling in vinegar, oil and alcohol, candiing and glazing as well as the production of compotes, jams, fruit pastes, jams and juices. After the how, we get down to business in the truest sense of the word in an extensive recipe section. Many suggestions and ideas show what delicacies can be produced with fruit. The range extends from elderberry quince jam, cranberry compote, fruit mustard, rosehip puree and rowanberry confectionery to apple and pear chutney, dried plums and raspberry vinegar. 190 pages.

Professional fruit tree pruning

Incl. Propagation &~ GraftingWhen and how do you prune fruit trees? Year after year, not only professional fruit growers are faced with this decision, for whom the question can become necessary for their survival, but also many home garden owners for whom the correct professional care of their trees is simply a sincere concern. Whether pome, stone or berry fruit Whether it's a spindle bush, a quarter trunk or a half trunk, whether it's free-standing or growing on a scaffold, the practical book The Professional Fruit Tree Pruning by Andreas Spornberger is now a useful guide for professionals and hobby gardeners on how to prune correctly. In addition to the growth phases of different types of fruit, the corresponding training steps are shown in order to achieve the desired shape and at the same time the best yield. The necessary pruning measures for trees as well as for bushes and soft fruit are presented in words and with many pictures. The development of each tree is documented over several years in numerous color photos! Extra section on grafting and grafting of fruit!

Smoking with herbs and resins

​The nights around the turn of the year are actually called smoke nights, not smoke nights. In rural areas, it is still customary to burn incense with fragrant herbs and resins in houses and apartments to ask for good luck and blessings for the coming year. In this book, incense experts and organic farmers Barbara and Hans Haider provide insights into this ancient custom, which is still practiced today. 64 pages. n

Special types of fruit

Aronia, barberry, cornelian cherry, fig, serviceberry and mayberry, cherry plum, Andean berry, mini kiwi, Korean cherry and mahonia, mulberry, sea buckthorn, blackthorn, grape berry, hawthorn and many more are hardy, easy-care wild fruits and special types of fruit that are also grown in smaller gardens Its fruits offer special taste experiences full of valuable vitamins and trace elements. You can also use them to make juice, syrups and liqueurs, jams, chutneys and compotes, even cakes and cookies - delicacies that are hardly available in supermarkets! Over 40 types of fruit, their cultivation and care, harvesting, storage and processing of their fruits are described described in detail here in pictures and text.

The 13 garden pests

Unwelcome visitors - The most common animal garden pests in text and pictures- Mechanical, biological and chemical control- In a practical paperback formatVole , moles, snails - who hasn't been annoyed by uninvited garden guests?We name the 13 most common animal garden pests, how you can recognize them and what you can do about them. This means that when the next infestation occurs, the right measures can be taken to protect commercial and ornamental plants from greater damage.

The basics of fruit tree pruning

​How to Prune Fruit Trees Correctly – Made EasyWant to prune your apple tree but unsure of the best approach?This practical book shows you how, step by step – without any complicated jargon.Whether apple, pear, or cherry: you'll find the right instructions for every tree shape.Clear illustrations explain each cut in detail – ideal for beginners and experienced gardeners alike.Learn how your tree reacts to specific pruning techniques.This way, you can specifically promote growth and ensure healthy plants with a bountiful harvest.New this year: Tips on how to keep your fruit trees strong and healthy, even in heat and drought.104 pagesPaperback

The big book of Hildegard von Bingen

Hildegard's medicine - more current than everSoothing and effective: Hildegard's nutritional theory with numerous recipesHildegard's healing practice for the most common everyday complaints from respiratory problems to dental diseasesThe best plant helpers from A to Z: Use with Hildegard and today Polymath, prophet and artist , Hildegard of Bingen was one of the most important women of the Middle Ages. Her abilities as a healer, which were extraordinary at the time, were based on extensive knowledge of natural history and a holistic view of people and the world. She left behind a true treasure of healing knowledge that is still valid today.This comprehensive guide offers an expert overview of the healer's herbal and medicinal science, nutrition and health teachings. It explains the practical application of naturopathy in everyday life clearly and with great knowledge.Each part contains numerous Hildegard recipes. The comprehensive manual is illustrated with impressive historical illustrations and detailed herbal drawings. 336 pages.

The Big Little Book: Elderberry Time

It was not without reason that our ancestors took off their hats to the Hollerbuschen. Popular wisdom was certain: the elderberry had healing powers. Brigitte Klaushofer tells us what is actually in elderberry and what delicacies we can prepare from flowers and berries. She looked around for us on the Holleralmen in the beautiful Salzkammergut for the best recipes and most effective home remedies and put the ancient knowledge about elderberry down on paper. 64 pages.