It's no secret that I love Monarda. And I'm not the only one who loves this gorgeous little native plant! Here is a complete list of fantastic articles on the...
Have you ever thought about building an herbal first aid kit, but weren’t sure where to begin? An everyday carry herbal first aid kit can be a great place to...
Finding good herbal info for pets and livestock can be daunting. If you're a homesteader or interested in long-term emergency preparedness, you'll naturally want to include your pets and livestock...
Did you know that self heal and herbal first aid have a long tradition together? This herb has a long history of use for wound care. This is because of...
Have you heard about the new herbal documentary series, Remedy: Ancient Medicine for Modern Illness? They are airing the episodes for free for a limited time! You guys, I was...
So You Want to Start a Home Apothecary . . . Perhaps you’ve seen dreamy pictures of home apothecaries come up on your Instagram or Pinterest accounts. Charming glass jars...
Bee balm is an herb and ornamental garden plant. Other names for bee balm include bergamot, monarda, and sweet leaf. It is one of my must-have garden herbs for health...
Herbal formulas are mixtures of multiple herbs designed with a focused goal. Herbalists create them for convenience, synergy, and flexibility. Sometimes herbal formulas are also known as herbal blends or...
Bee balm (Monarda didyma and M. fistulosa) is a beautiful garden plant with an affinity for the nervous system. It's a wonderful herbal ally for lifting the spirits and supporting...
This is part of a series about my home herbalist library. Having a large selection of reliable, accurate books is vital for learning herbalism. Take a peek at my full...