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Herb of the Month: Borage(Post)
Borage happens to be one of the only sources of true blue found in nature. Most other things that appear blue are technically purple. Bees have an affinity for this beautiful blue flower. Documented ...
Herb of the Month: White Willow(Post)Tall and beautiful, White Willow trees grow in many places around the world. Little do most know, the bark has been used for centuries as an herbal remedy. In fact, it was this bark that inspired the ...
Herb of the Month: Alfalfa(Post)"Isn't that horse food?" This is the most common reaction people give to hearing Alfalfa is used by herbalists. What is even more surprising to folks is what a nutrient-dense power house this herb is ...
Herb of the Month: Roundup(Post)Earlier this month, we offered advice in this post if your goal is to learn more about herbs in 2025. Today we thought we'd put Herb of the Month posts in one place. This will provide an ea ...
Herb of the Month: Fennel(Post)Fennel is one of the most gentle herbs you'll encounter. It's commonly used with infants, children, and the elderly. The seeds are most often used in herbal preparations. However, you will find herba ...
Herb of the Month: Yarrow(Post)This pretty plant is a favorite among both herbalists and birds. Many birds use yarrow as a lining in their nest. Use of this plant in nests helps repel parasites and mosquitoes. It is a prolific pla ...
Herb of the Month: Spirodela(Post)Spirodela is an herb not as well known in North America, though the plant itself is a familiar one. Commonly known as duckweed, Spirodela is used often in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Growing in pon ...
Herbs & Love(Post)In honor of Valentine’s Day, we’re taking a look at herbs and love. No, we’re not just talking aphrodisiac herbs here. For centuries, different herbs have been associated with love.
Herb of the Month: Coltsfoot(Post)Often confused for dandelions, coltsfoot has a similar appearance but one unique feature- the leaves appear after the plant flowers. This unique little plant is high in mucilage making it a popular r ...
FAQ: Can herbs help with menstrual cramps?(Post)Q- Can herbs help with menstrual cramps?A- Many women find herbs to be quite helpful for menstrual cramps. Herbs can work to relax the tissues of the uterus, calm pain, and calm the nerves. They ...
Herb of the Day: Cramp Bark(Post)Occasionally, we get lucky in our herbal studies, and the name of an herb helps indicate its common usage. Cramp bark is one of these herbs. Commonly used by herbalists to help relieve menstrual cram ...
Herb of the Day: Buchu(Post)Today, we’re going to look at an herb with a fun name: Buchu. It’s a shrub that is primarily found in South America and Africa. Most Buchu found in the US was imported through Cape Town, ...