The subtitle of this article could be “Don’t Do What I Did.” Well, don’t do what I did wrong, anyway, just do what I did…
Winter is upon us and while we may be glad to get some time out of the midsummer sun, winter weather is hard on our…
By now you have probably harvested and preserved your summer produce for the winter but have you considered what to do with your herbs? Why…
Oregano’s name means “joy of the mountain” derived from two Greek words, oros (mountain) and ganos (joy), because of the pleasure derived from several varieties…
Salvia officinalis—from the Latin word “salvere“—the name means “to save” and refers to its alleged curing properties. Ancient Egyptians promoted it as a brain tonic;…
The genus of Artemisia, consisting of over two hundred mostly aromatic plants was named in honor of the sister and wife of the Greek/Persian King…
Since the time of Plutarch, feverfew has been used in the Western world as a medicinal herb. One source states its name comes from the…
Don’t despise parsley, that sprig of green that usually sits as a decoration on your dinner plate. It has much more going for it besides…
Most herbal writers agree that thyme may be the oldest herb known to man. To the Greeks, it was an emblem of activity, bravery, and…
Borage (Borago officinalis) is commonly recognized as the herb with cucumber-like tasting leaves. This is one of my favorite herbs because it is so dependable…
Just the name evokes mystery and romance. Its Latin name means literally “dew of the sea” and this herb has been steeped in traditions and…
Homesteaders will tout the many health benefits of their lifestyle including fresh air, sunshine, and healthy food straight from the garden. Another, sometimes overlooked, benefit…