HERBAL BRAIN BOOSTERS: Using herbs to enhance memory, cognition, and focus is easier than you think! BRAIN BOOSTING HERBS: the loss of...

Herbs should be harvested when the oils responsible for their flavor and aroma are at their peak! HARVESTING HERBS: Proper harvest times...

A medicinal herb garden can provide a wide variety of herbal remedies for the home apothecary! WHY MEDICINAL HERBS? planting medicinal...

WHY AROMATIC HERBS? Aroma has a powerful impact on physical and emotional well-being! Planting aromatic and fragrant herbs adds a sensory...

LARVAL HOST PLANTS: COVER CROPS: Native plant species are a great addition to the garden because they are already adapted to the local...

WHY A POLLINATOR GARDEN? Beneficial pollinators maintain balanced ecosystems and the health of our food supply through pollination....

WHY A NATIVE PLANT GARDEN? Restoring the native plant habitat is vital to preserving biodiversity. According to the Audubon Society, “By...

PERMACULTURE PRINCIPLES: according to Bill Mollison, cofounder and father of the movement, “Permaculture is the conscious design and...

THE MEDIEVAL HERB GARDEN: One of the most important household duties of a medieval lady was growing and harvesting herbs, medicinal...

HERBAL BREWS 101: There is nothing better than a cool glass of herbal home brew. It is so satisfying to drink an herb-infused beverage...

HERBAL DIGESTIVE SUPPORT: Good digestive health is an important factor in overall health. It helps ward off common digestive issues such...

HERBAL FIRST AID KIT: BUG BITES: Insect repellant: essential oils of lavender, citronella, eucalyptus, cedarwood, camphor, tea tree,...

WHY AN HERBAL FIRST AID KIT? A great first aid kit should handle more than just cuts and scrapes. The medicines inside should be...

FLOWERS FOR THE CONTAINER GARDEN: PERENNIALS: Gardeners and budget conscience homeowners everywhere are learning the benefits of...

WHAT IS CONTAINER GARDENING? Container gardens are great for beginning gardeners, people who have limited space, or anyone who wants to...

HERBS FOR THE SUMMER GARDEN: There are a wide variety of herbs & plants that can be harvested during the summer months. WHAT IS THE...

AN HERBAL TEA GARDEN: It can be quite satisfying to sit down and drink a freshly steeped cup of tea, especially if the tea ingredients...

Using Edible Flowers: Beverages: There are many ways to enjoy edible flowers in beverages. Herbal beverages include sun tea, herbal tea,...

Why Edible Flowers & Weeds? The use of edible flowers and weeds in cooking is an act of pure earthly delight! Fragrance and sheer beauty...

THE GRASS FAMILY (Gramineae): lack petals and sepals because they are wind pollinated and do not need to attract insects. The flowers...