Herbal Teas and Extracts: How Much Should I Use?
Determining how much of an herb to use is somewhat of an art, but it's also fairly straightforward, especially for acute and first aid uses. If you are using an...
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I've had several requests for a newsletter recently, and yes- one is in the works! In the meantime, you can follow the Independent Herbalist on Bloglovin' and sign up to...
The herbal history of wild carrot
Wild carrot, Daucus carota, is a very common weed in my part of the world. It's also known as Queen Anne's Lace. Surprise, surprise, it's not native, and comes from Europe...
Quick + Tasty Basil Paste
I’ve been busy with the veggie garden, so I almost missed the peak basil harvest. The bugs, however, were very on top of things. The poor basil plants have been...