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Chickweed is a common weed that can be a frustration for gardeners. This plant is hardy and grows year-round along roadsides, in cracks along your driveway, and all over the yard. High in Vitamin C, m … read more

Astragalus, or Astragalus membranaceus, Astragalus mongholicus, has been used for centuries in traditional Chinese medicine. It's become a valuable part of herbal medicine in Western culture as w … read more

Black walnut hulls, or Juglans Nigra hulls, are an important part of herbal medicine. This outer hull, often discarded as waste, has also been used as a hair dye and to dye cloth. In fact, natura … read more

DIY herbal projects can be made quickly and cheaply. If you buy items in the store, they will cost big bucks. With a bit of time, creative packaging, and love, you can gift something that doesn't brea … read more

Shavegrass (Equisetum arvense), also known as horsetail, is a plant you've likely seen growing in fields or along roadsides. This plant is called horsetail because it resembles a horse's tail. This he … read more

The holiday travel season is upon us.  No matter how careful we are, this is the time of year when we often end up sick.  Germs spread rampant on airplanes, trains, and buses.  Everyone … read more

Any fan of pumpkin pie spice knows the unique, bitter/ sweet flavor of cloves. Nothing else tastes quite like it. It's found in some of our favorite fall and winter holiday recipes and drinks. There's … read more

Q- What is the difference between "wild-crafted", organic, and certified organic herbs?  A: Generally, wild-crafted herbs are grown and harvested in their natural habitat, while organic herbs ar … read more

Herbal tea is perhaps the most common way herbs are consumed in the United States. Most likely, you've got at least a few types of herbal tea in your kitchen cupboard right now.   Herbalists … read more