Lavender (Lavandula) is a flowering, perennial evergreen shrub that is in the same family as mint. Both the blooms and the scent are most distinctive and make this plant popular…
Cottonwood (Populus balsamifera), also known as Balm of Gilead, or Balsam Poplar is a fast-growing deciduous tree native to northern parts of North America. The scent of the fragrant buds…
Basil is a wonderful plant to have and to propagate. A single basil plant can multiply a lot in a short time. This will give you an abundant supply to…
I love a good morning routine to set myself up for a fantastic day. This Multipurpose Calendula Elixir is a new addition to my morning wake-up festivities and I can’t…
As we get older we begin to have more aches and pains. But who has time to slow down? If you find yourself in the same situation but don’t want…
Adaptogens are non-toxic plants used in herbal medicine to help the body ‘adapt’, counteracting the effects of stress in the body. They work with your body to resist emotional and…
Cabbages are exceptional vegetables for the number of vitamins and nutrients they hold. Introducing cabbage to your diet as a regular staple is a great idea. Health Benefits You Can…
Cinnamon is made from the bark of the Cinnamomum verum tree, which is grown in Sri Lanka. There are many other species of cinnamon, but this is called Ceylon cinnamon…
We have all heard of tinctures, salves, poultices, and even elixirs, but what about an oxymel? Put simply, an oxymel is a remedy that infuses the medicinal properties of herbs…
Losing weight can be a challenge at the best of times. If you’re looking for a way to drop those pounds more efficiently than with just diet and exercise, you…