Using Bee Balm for Emotional Wellness
Bee balm (Monarda didyma and M. fistulosa) is a beautiful garden plant with an affinity for the nervous system. It's a wonderful herbal ally for lifting the spirits and supporting...
The Earthwise Herbal Repertory for Home Herbalists
This is part of a series about my home herbalist library. Having a large selection of reliable, accurate books is vital for learning herbalism. Take a peek at my full...
Allergy Season Problem Solving with Herbs
It's easy to find lists of herbs for allergy season. Unfortunately, these lists generally miss the mark by focusing on a few generalized suggestions. Nettles, garlic, and turmeric are some...
Learn Some Common Names for Self Heal
Learn some common names for self heal! Sometimes I post Sunday Snapshots here on the blog. You can also find them over on my Facebook page! This is where I...
3 Uncommon herbs for seasonal allergies
Trying to understand your options when it comes to herbs for seasonal allergies? It's definitely that time of year again! Thankfully, there are several strong herbal allies standing by to...
An Herbalist’s Guide to Using Self Heal
Self-heal is a beautiful herb that grows well in many locations. It's a great addition to herb gardens and herbal homesteads everywhere. Read this guide to using self heal to...
The Magic of Modern Herbalism
Let's talk about the magic of modern herbalism. Not Harry Potter magic, necessarily. Rather, a certain magic that exists where art and science overlap. The Magic of Botany and Phytochemistry,...
Why Studying Herbal History Makes Us Better Herbalists
It might surprise you to discover that understanding herbal history is fundamental to functioning at an advanced level within herbalism - but this is absolutely true. Understanding the schools of...
Why You Should Level Up Your Herbalist Skills with the Advanced Herbal Course
Continuing education is so important for herbalists, especially for those of us who make a living with herbs. Every year, I set new educational goals for myself. These usually include...
The herbal tools I use the most in my home apothecary
Although you don’t need a lot of tools to start making herbal extracts and teas, it does help to have a few quality things like glass canning jars, a good...