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Herb of the Day: Flaxseed(Post)
Flaxseed has been gaining popularity lately due to its wide variety of uses and high amount of fiber, magnesium, minerals, and Omega-3’s. This seed can be eaten, added to smoothies, used ...
Herb of the Day: Feverfew(Post)On occasion, we get lucky with the name of an herb, giving us a special clue about the herb itself. Feverfew is one such herb. As the name implies, feverfew is traditionally used to help reduce fever ...
Herb of the Day: Passionflower(Post)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 butterfl ...
FAQ: Herbs compared to prescription and OTC medications(Post)Q- How do herbs compare to prescription and OTC medications? A- First of all, the action of many prescription and OTC medications is based on an action from an herb. Drug companies study different h ...
Herb of the Day: Nettle(Post)Ask a gardener how they feel about nettle. You’re likely to hear what a pesky weed it is. You’ll hear how its difficult to remove from the garden. They will tell you about getting stung w ...
Herb of the Day: Mullein(Post)Herb of the Day: Mullein Brought over by colonists, this herb has spread nationwide and is one we are sure you have seen! It is an incredibly hardy plant with over 200 varieties. You will find it gro ...
Herb of the Day: Peppermint(Post)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 it ...
Herb of the Day: Uva Ursi(Post)Uva Ursi has a unique fan- bears. In fact, the plant itself is nicknamed bear berry. The berries are some of the earlier berries to develop and bears love them! It is also known as kinnikinnick, ...
Herb of the Day: Chickweed(Post)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, ...
All About the Herbs of Thanksgiving(Post)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 taste ...
Herb of the Day: Red Clover(Post)Step out into a field on a late spring or summer day and you're likely to find a field of red clovers. This beautiful flower is commonly marked off as a pesky weed. However, it is not only a benefici ...
Herb of the Day: Lavender(Post)Few herbs are as well known or widely used as lavender. This distinctive purple flower shows up in toiletries, room sprays, baby products, relaxation items, and more. Scent is a powerful memory trigg ...
