Phenology : the study of seasonal events and how they relate to plant, animal, and insect life. Instead of planting by the calendar, observable natural events are used to plant crops.   There are some traditional sayings that are based on phenology, such as plant corn when oak leaves are the size of a squirrel’s ear, plant potatoes when dandelions bloom, and plant bean, cucumber, and squash seeds when lilac is in full bloom. The phenological record for the local area can be d

LATE FALL & WINTER GARDEN PREP & MAINTENANCE : Consider leaving garden debris in late fall to provide critical food, shelter, and nesting materials that wildlife need to survive the winter and contribute to a healthier ecosystem in the spring. Instead of traditional "fall cleanup," leave spent plants and leaves in place or collect them in designated piles to benefit a wide range of animals, and view the fallen leaves and dead plants as a vital part of a biodiverse environment

What is a virus? A virus is a small infectious agent that can only replicate inside the living cells of other organisms. Viruses can...

What are herbal energetics? Herbal energetics refer to the energetic properties of herbs as they act on the body, the energetic...

BOTANICAL NOOTROPICS & HOW THEY WORK: What are botanical nootropics? the term nootropic is a recent addition to traditional medicine...

Cooling Herbs to Keep the Body Calm & Balanced : Meadowsweet (Filipendula ulmaria) : has cooling properties that can help soothe fevers,...

Cooling Herbs to Keep the Body Calm & Balanced : Aloe (Aloe vera) : as a cooling herb, aloe helps reduce body temperature and soothes...

Cooling herbs work in several ways: Refrigerant : hibiscus and lemon balm help lower the body's temperature by way of cooling the tissues...

What are cooling herbs? Medicinal herbs, seasons, conditions, and people are categorized by herbalists according to their energetics...

Menopause & Herbal Support: Menopause is a natural stage in a woman's life when her menstrual periods permanently stop, and she can no...

The Menstrual Cycle : is part of the reproductive system that prepares the body for possible pregnancy. A typical menstrual cycle lasts...

The Hormone Balance Wheel : hormones are produced from the endocrine glands in the body, including the pituitary and pineal glands,...

Basil: Sweet (Ocimum basilicum) : contains compounds like eugenol, linalool, citronellol, and cineole which promote healthy digestion,...

KITCHEN HERB GARDEN BENEFITS : ·        Kitchen herbs can be harvested year-round. ·        Kitchen herbs improve the air quality and...

Alfalfa: leaf (Medicago salvia) : contains more bioavailable vitamins, increases absorption, contains magnesium, manganese, calcium,...

Nutritive herbs are edible and medicinal plants that contain high amounts of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, amino acids, proteins,...

HEART OPENING HERB RECIPES: Hawthorn Heart Tea: a simple heart tonic tea blend: Ingredients : ·        1/3-ounce hawthorn berries...

HEART OPENING HERBS & THEIR BENEFITS: Hawthorn: Berry, Flower, & Leaf (Crataegus monogyna) : has an uplifting and strengthening effect on...

HEART OPENING HERBS: Herbs can be used to provide physical, emotional, and energetic cardiovascular support. The February Wild Child...

HERBAL CLEANSE & DETOX: HERBS FOR RESTORATION   Herbs that rejuvenate the body include : ·        Cilantro (Coriandrum sativum) : also...