Creating a nature journal for learning herbs
I've wanted to create a nature journal of native medicinals for some time. Native woodland plants of the Appalachian mountains are one of my favorite subsets of herbalism. I learned...
Drawing plants with the Botanical Drawing Course
I've enjoyed drawing and sketching ever since I was a little girl. Mostly, I enjoy drawing landscapes and animals, so drawing plants is something I'd like to get better at....
Sensory Approach to Herbalism: Free Workshop!
A sensory approach to learning herbalism is great for beginners! This free workshop with Herbal Academy was just announced, and it offers three pre-recorded video lessons and a beautiful e-book....
Echinacea benefits for home herbalists
What do you know about Purple Coneflower? Most people know at least a little about this plant. It's commonly known as Echinacea. But Echinacea's many uses may surprise you! This...
Baikal skullcap for health and wellness
Baikal skullcap, Scutellaria baicalensis, is a lesser-known herb in the West. However, it is a useful nervous system and immune support herb. Read on and learn about Baikal skullcap according...
Save with the back to school Herbal Academy sale!
August and September bring one of my favorite events of the year for herbal happenings. It's time for the back-to-school Herbal Academy sale! You can save 30% on courses and...
Thyme tea for health and wellness
Thyme (Thymus vulgaris) has a flavor profile that is bright, aromatic, and pungent. This herb makes a lovely beverage tea, but there are also traditional medicinal benefits associated with thyme...
Blue vervain uses for home herbalists
Blue vervain (Verbena hastata) is a nervine herb native to eastern North America. It is related to European vervain (V. officinalis), which shares many of the same uses. A common...
Discovering the herbal history of pleurisy root
Pleurisy root, Asclepias tuberosa, is a milkweed with a storied herbal history. It was influential in the Eclectic tradition in the United States in the late 1800s, which drew on...
Dried berries for herbal winter wellness
Dried berries are a staple ingredient in the winter herbal cupboard. They add flavor and bountiful benefits for cold-weather wellness. These three, especially, are good to keep on hand. Learn...