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calendula Gardening

How to grow calendula at home

Agatha NoveilleSeptember 6, 2022September 5, 2022

If you've ever wondered how to grow calendula, you'll be happy to know that it's easy. Some herb seeds are picky about their growing conditions. Calendula, on the other hand,...

Passionflower benefits for herbal first aid

Agatha NoveilleSeptember 3, 2022September 3, 2022

As you know, I love sharing about herbal first aid here on Indie Herbalist. Passionflower (Passiflora incarnata) is another herb I know works well for emergency settings. It has a...

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Mullein tea recipe with elderberry and calendula

Agatha NoveilleJuly 7, 2022July 4, 2022

Looking for an easy mullein tea recipe? This yummy blend features herbs that support the respiratory system and healthy immune function. I have links at the end of the article...

Home Herbalists Learn Herbalism Valerian

Why valerian is essential for your herbal cupboard

Agatha NoveilleMay 19, 2022May 19, 2022

Valerian is an herb with a little bit of an attitude. The dried roots are stinky, and it has an unreliable reputation among some herbalists. If you're a home herbalist...

Herbs Lavender

Lavender benefits for health and wellness

Agatha NoveilleMarch 3, 2022March 2, 2022

A soothing floral herb for mind, body, and soul, lavender benefits abound. Here's how to use lavender for health and wellness. Herbalists use lavender for the nervous system, digestion, and...

Herbal DIY Learn Herbalism Mullein

An herbalist’s guide to mullein flowers + an infused oil recipe

Agatha NoveilleJanuary 6, 2022December 31, 2021

Mullein flowers have many traditional uses and modern benefits. Here's an herbalist's guide for using them safely and effectively. This article also includes directions for making a simple infused oil...

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Mullein uses according to traditional herbalism

Agatha NoveilleDecember 2, 2021October 29, 2021

Mullein (Verbascum thapsus) is a stately presence along roadsides and in the herb garden in the summer and fall. Its thick, soft leaves and yellow flowers draw attention and invite...

Gardening Propagation Valerian

How to grow a valerian plant in your garden

Agatha NoveilleNovember 18, 2021November 17, 2021

Valerian is a useful herb with beautiful flowers. I love having it in my garden for its beauty and versatility, and because pollinators love the fragrant flowers. In this article,...

Herbal DIY Home Herbalists Mullein

How to make mullein tea

Agatha NoveilleOctober 28, 2021October 28, 2021

Mullein leaf and flowers both make excellent herbal tea ingredients. In this article, I will show you how to make mullein tea, explain other herbs that pair well with mullein,...

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Encountering the mysterious ghost pipe plant

Agatha NoveilleOctober 26, 2021October 26, 2021

Ghost pipe plant, Monotropa uniflora, is a beautiful and unusual wildflower. This spotlight explains its habits, conservation needs, and traditional uses. Recently, I found a stand of ghost pipe while...