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How to become an herbalist as a career

Agatha NoveilleAugust 12, 2020January 4, 2022

Polite, earnest variations of "How do I become an herbalist?" are often in my email inbox from aspiring herbalists. I do my best to answer every email, but I thought...

An introduction to elecampane herb

Agatha NoveilleAugust 2, 2020January 4, 2022

I hope you enjoy this excerpt from my new elecampane herb ebook. I give you a little taste in this post, but the full lesson is available for free on the...

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Exploring the herbal uses of holly in global traditions

Agatha NoveilleJuly 14, 2020January 4, 2022

The holly and the ivy. Winter decorations wouldn't be complete without them, but most people don't give them a second thought the rest of the year. This is a shame,...

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Herbal Uses for Bee Balm

Agatha NoveilleJune 24, 2020June 24, 2020

Bee balm is a native plant with a gorgeous flower. Depending on the species, the flowers may be pink, purple, or red. It's a beautiful addition to pollinator-friendly gardens and...

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Ten ways to simplify learning herbalism

Agatha NoveilleJune 4, 2020June 6, 2022

I remember feeling overwhelmed when I first started learning herbalism. There was just so much information available! Herbalism can be very complex. There are plants and their uses to learn,...

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How to Use Safer Herbal Language

Agatha NoveilleJune 1, 2020July 2, 2020

It's time to talk about using safer herbal language. Why? Well, the coronavirus pandemic has raised awareness of herbalism in a big way. On the one hand, hey - that's...

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Learning Herbalism with Matthew Wood

Agatha NoveilleMay 20, 2020June 24, 2020

My own path as an herbalist is one of constant evolution and growth. Learning herbalism is a lifelong journey! Even after fifteen years of study, there are new plants...

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Peony root and the immune system

Agatha NoveilleMay 8, 2020May 3, 2022

I've written several posts about peony here on Indie Herbalist. With the continuing pandemic, it's actually a perfect time to revisit this lovely garden flower from an herbal perspective. Despite...

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Tips and Tricks for Giving Herbs to Dogs

Agatha NoveilleMarch 6, 2020

Just like people, dogs can benefit from the supportive, healthful nature of many herbs. Herbs for dogs can be used as powders, herbal extracts, herbal glycerites, or as teas. Giving...

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Is Elderberry Safe? Elderberry and the Immune System

Agatha NoveilleFebruary 21, 2020March 20, 2020

I recently saw an article about elderberry making the rounds online. It’s called “When Not to Use Elderberry: Using a Little Discernment." If you read it, you may be left...