Oats Benefits: Getting To Know Avena Sativa
Posted on12 May 2014
Such a beautiful name, Avena sativa, known by most as the common oat. It’s interesting how knowledge of a plant can become... Read More
Strawberry, Avocado & Hemp Seed Kale Salad
Posted on08 May 2014
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As the warmer New England weather finally seems like it’s here to stay, we are all about salads right now. Bikini and... Read More
5 Herbs for Healthy Hair
Posted on06 May 2014
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With summer just around the corner, our skin is not the only thing needing some revitalization after a long winter. Our hair,... Read More
5 Herbs That Grow In Shade
Posted on30 Apr 2014
With the coming of summer, you’re all ready to take in the majesty of the large, sweeping landscape that is your forty-acre... Read More
The Virtues of Violets – Health Benefits of Violets
Posted on29 Apr 2014
A few weeks ago, I looked around our 5 acres to see what may be sprouting after a long, cold winter. Soon I... Read More
Herbalists Are CEOs
Posted on28 Apr 2014
Herbalists are leaders. In our communities, our families, and in the world, every day herbalists make powerful, impactful decisions. We answer to... Read More
3 Easy Tips for Late Gardening
Posted on21 Apr 2014
It seems like everyone in your life is gardener extraordinaire…except for you. Your neighbor, your best friend, and your perfect sister-in-law have... Read More
Herbal Remedies for Headaches
Posted on16 Apr 2014
Headaches, especially migraines, are no joke. They can strike out of nowhere, rendering a functioning person into a weak, whimpering puddle of... Read More
What is Compost Tea? Plants Drink Tea, Too!
Posted on15 Apr 2014
At the Herbal Academy, we believe in cultivating awareness of our interconnectedness with the living communities all around us. When we use... Read More
How to Make an Easy Red Clover Tea: Red Clover, Red Clover, Bring Good Health on Over
Posted on09 Apr 2014
Red clover (Trifolium pratense) is a well-known “weed” introduced to North America by European colonists and is now commonly found in fields,... Read More
Herbalists Are Academics
Posted on08 Apr 2014
Herbalists are life-long learners. Our journey of knowledge never ceases, and we’re not afraid to put in the hard work that comes... Read More
Dandelion Root Oxymel Recipe
Posted on07 Apr 2014
Dandelion can do all sorts of dandy things. This winter has seemed to hang on for dear life, despite the fact that... Read More
Homemade All-Purpose Cleaner (9 DIY Natural Cleaners)
Posted on01 Apr 2014
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Spring cleaning is finally upon us. Now is the time that we’ll purge our garages of unwanted junk, finally throw out that... Read More
Stinging Nettle Recipes for Spring Eating
Posted on26 Mar 2014
After a long, cold winter, most of us warmly welcome the arrival of milder weather and the return of the green. As... Read More
4 Natural Allies for Allergy Season
Posted on25 Mar 2014
With the recent passing of the vernal equinox, we have now officially entered the season of spring. For many of us, this... Read More
Bitter Integrations! Part 2: Making Bitters
In my previous article, Bitter Integrations! we saw how humans adapted to some bitter plants to not only attain precious plant vitamins... Read More
Benefits of Fennel: Relief for You-Know-What
Posted on18 Mar 2014
It happens to all of us. That moment, usually not long after eating, when we realize that we have gas. Whether during... Read More
Blackberry Winter – Tips for Helping Bees
Posted on18 Mar 2014
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“Blackberry Winter” is a hauntingly beautiful song mourning a love affair that ends coldly and without warning. For gardeners eager to embrace... Read More
Companion Planting Herbs
Posted on11 Mar 2014
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If you’ve been keeping up with our articles, have taken our Intermediate Herbal Course, or even have only just visited us for... Read More
Bitter Integrations! Part 1: History and Benefits of Bitters
Posted on10 Mar 2014
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Though bitter tastes are never our first choice on the menu, they are often the first choice in our survival. In the... Read More
Deter Garden Bugs and Pests with Nontoxic Methods
Posted on05 Mar 2014
When your neighbors see you walking through your garden spreading cayenne pepper and seaweed all around your crops, they may think that... Read More
5 Easy Herbs to Grow
Posted on01 Mar 2014
You may have decided that you would like to start your very own herbal garden this year, and have even had some... Read More
Sheltering with Valerian
Posted on25 Feb 2014
In January, I wrote about medicinal herbs in England use during World War II, and this month I would like to follow-up... Read More
Firsts For Spring
Posted on25 Feb 2014
To our dearest friends, The promise of spring is plip-plopping from our roof as icicles melt into puddles below. With spring comes... Read More
Essential Oils for Anxiety and Stress Relief
Posted on20 Feb 2014
What Are Essential Oils? The sweetness of rose, the fresh greenness of pine, and the tangy fruitiness of orange: these scents are... Read More
5 Steps to Starting Seeds
Posted on19 Feb 2014
Most of us associate springtime with re-birth and growth, and never is this idea more in line with the season than when... Read More
Secrets To Transplanting Seedlings: 3 Tips To Success
Posted on13 Feb 2014
Do you remember bringing a goldfish home from the pet store and placing it in the aquarium? You were probably told to... Read More
Vintage Valentine DIY And Morning Latte
Posted on07 Feb 2014
A snow day is a wonderful opportunity to relax and enjoy life’s simple pleasures. Delight in a morning latte while creating something... Read More
Healthy Raw Snacks You Will Love
Posted on04 Feb 2014
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Looking for a sweet, decadent treat that is healthy for you, too? These crunchy bites are gluten-free, raw, and fill of chocolate-y... Read More
Valentine’s Day Hot Chocolate
Posted on03 Feb 2014
Holidays often include brewing something festive in the kitchen. February 14th, Valentine’s Day, celebrates lovers and all things love, including aphrodisiacs. Whether... Read More
