Tips and tasks for fall herb gardens
Herb gardening is all about timing and cycles. Autumn transitions the garden between busy summers and peaceful winters. These tips and tasks for fall herb gardens will help boost the...
Infused Water with Bee Balm, Watermelon, and Mint
If you are looking for the perfect summer refreshment to share with your friends, this bee balm, mint, and melon infused water won't disappoint. It's very simple to make, but...
An herbalist’s ultimate guide to herbal books
Cultivating a home reference library is essential for home herbalists.The internet makes quite a few excellent herbal resources available, but nothing quite beats the treasure trove that is a collection...
3 Adaptogens That Will Thrive in Your Herb Garden
Adaptogens have a reputation as being exotic and difficult to procure, but there are actually several that are simple and rewarding to grow at home. Jiaogulan, tulsi (aka holy basil),...
5 Herbal Trees and Shrubs for Edible Landscaping
Herbal trees and shrubs are useful additions around your yard or homestead. They can provide shade, wildlife habitat, and useful barks, leaves, and berries for the home herbalist. They are...
5 Versatile herbs for a perennial garden
These herbs for a perennial garden are some of the easiest to grow and most versatile. Perennial herbs are a good choice because they reliably appear in the garden year...
Annual herbs that grow easily from seed
Annual herbs are herbs that complete their life cycle in only one year, unlike perennial plants that may live for years. Annuals are easy to start from seeds. It’s also...
5 herbs that grow everywhere
Some herbs are selective about where they grow. They may need special temperature or soil requirements. However, there are many herbs that grow everywhere in temperate climates. If you are...
Developing a Perspective on Herbs and Pain
We’ve been focused on herbal first aid all week, and you can’t really talk about herbs and first aid without at least mentioning an herbalist’s approach to pain! Below, you...
Post-injury herbal support for muscles and bones
Herbal support for muscles and bones can provide an extra layer of care after an injury. It’s easy enough to find information on yarrow, plantain, and even comfrey for herbal...