There’s Something About Rosemary
Just the name evokes mystery and romance. Its Latin name means literally…
Facts About Basil: Herb Extraordinaire
Basil, whether you pronounce it "bah-zil" or "bay-sil", Ocimum Basilicum is the…
Elder: Heirloom Herb and Source of Elderberry Syrup
The elder is a deciduous shrub of myth, legend, beauty, and usefulness. …
Humidifying Your Homestead for a Healthier Winter
The subtitle of this article could be “Don’t Do What I Did.” …
Homemade Fire Cider to Fight Colds and Flu
Winter is approaching and that means we can look forward to more…
Herbal Medicines for Fall and Winter
By now you have probably harvested and preserved your summer produce for…
Artemisia: Absinthe Makes the Heart Grow Fonder
The genus of Artemisia, consisting of over two hundred mostly aromatic plants…
Parsley: It’s Actually Good For Something
Don’t despise parsley, that sprig of green that usually sits as a…
Forage for Borage
Borage (Borago officinalis) is commonly recognized as the herb with cucumber-like tasting…
Living with Poison Oak: Keys to Identifying this Forest Menace
As we left our home in the city, where my beautiful wife,…
