Kitchen pharmacy meets green cleaning and natural beauty in a classic compendium of Mother Nature's plant-powered methods for herbal happiness at home. An introduction to the power of plants is followed by concise growing tips and profiles, and guidelines on the set-up of an alchemist's kitchen, with techniques on how to make everything from tinctures to tonics. Add a comprehensive directory of eco-laundry and cleaning concoctions to first-aid and balms – from zesty stain removers to cold compresses – and you're all set to create your very own domestic revolution.

The Domestic Alchemist will be a definitive collection of plant-based recipes for anyone looking to reduce their use of harsh synthetic chemicals, whether for health or environmental reasons.