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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...

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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,...

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Spring growth in my herbal garden

Agatha NoveilleFebruary 2, 2014December 29, 2021

I was able to get out and do some garden clean-up today and was very surprised that the snow and ice from last week didn't seem to bother my herb...