This is not just about the trials the gardener Iris has with the snails, a love sick neighbour and a mutinous daughter, it is also a witty introduction to growing and using herbs.

'Wild Iris Herbal' will take you through the battles of plant compatibility, to the dosing of one's own maladies.

You will encounter universal tips for using herbs from the traditional to plants you would never have thought to label 'herb'.

A truly amusing as well as informative adventure into herbs.