TLH Blog

Love them or hate them, dandelion season is upon us. This humble yellow flower is a prize to herbalists-home gardeners remain unconvinced. They are an important first food for pollinators, especially … read more

We've likely all seen old pictures of someone standing over a pot of water with a towel over their head. Or perhaps Grandma suggested trying it out when sick. Herbal steam inhalation is not just an ol … read more

It seems that roses pop up everywhere in February. The petals themselves make lovely floral arrangements. Rose petals can also be added to herbal preparations and taste delightful. The rose also gives … read more

Q: How long can herbs be stored before they begin to lose potency? A: If kept in a cool, dry, dark place, most extracts will retain their potency for up to 3 years. They should not spoil but the pote … read more

Maybe you've been harvesting and gathering herbs from your garden all year. Or perhaps you did some foraging or have someone at the local Farmer's Market selling herbs. People are sometimes reluctant … read more

Today's herb may well be the most well-known flavor we'll cover on this blog. It's a flavor that the holidays would be incomplete without for millions of people. Peppermint is widely used both for its … read more

Anise is found in many different spice blends. The flavor resembles licorice and you'll sometimes even find it used as a licorice flavoring. The seed can be used ground or whole and is a decision addi … read more

The first thing most people think of with Thanksgiving is food. This is the season bundles of fresh herbs are readily used. When we pull out seasonal spice blends and have our favorite "holiday tastes … read more

Passionflower (also written as Passion Flower) may be the most remarkable looking herb we'll cover in our Herb of the Day posts. This flower is stunning to look at and helps attract bees and butterfli … read more