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...
Bitter is a yucky flavor, am I right? I admit I have a fondness for a few bitter things. Grapefruit and gin, for instance. Oh, and don’t forget dark chocolate....
I love growing and using adaptogens, and write about them often. Actually, I even wrote an entire recipe book about them! These herbs open doors to a whole other way...
Infused honey is a simple way to enjoy the benefits of herbs. This easy garlic infused honey with thyme is a useful blend during the winter. Find the recipe below!...
There are several different types of herbal alcohol preparations, the most common of which are extracts, elixirs, and cordials. So what's the difference? When working with herbs and alcohol, the...
A simple brew of herbs and water is the most basic of herbal preparations. However, it's a staple for home herbalists for a reason! This effective style of preparing herbs...
There is a common misconception that herbs are natural, so they must be safe. The truth is more nuanced, so let’s look at five areas of herbal safety so you...