TLH Blog

Yellow dock (Rumex crispus) will take root nearly anywhere and is one that gardeners find hard to get rid of. It will continue to grow even when cut, mowed over, or mistreated. This “proble … read more

Mother's Day is right around the corner. To celebrate this day, we wanted to share a unique herb with you. On occasion, the name of an herb also reflects its medicinal benefits. Motherwort is one of t … read more

Most write off dandelions as pervasive weeds. Many go to great lengths to banish them from their lawns and sidewalks. However, this troublesome weed has a long, long list of medicinal properties that … read more

Chondrus crispus is better known as Irish Moss. This beautiful, highly mucilaginous plant is not a moss at all, but rather an alga. Found along the coasts of the Atlantic Ocean and the Caribbean Sea, … read more

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