A Deeper Look at Herbal Infusions
Posted on30 Jul 2014
Water is a very commonly used solvent that extracts herbal properties in the form of herbal infusions, or tea. Most people associate... Read More
Meet the Mint Family (+ Mint Sun Tea Recipe!)
Posted on28 Jul 2014
I walk in my gardens on a July evening, admiring the lush green that abounds in midsummer. The bee balm is chest... Read More
5 Simple Ways to Conserve Water for Your Garden
Posted on23 Jul 2014
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Much of the country, including the Southwest and northern Texas, are currently experiencing significant drought. This is not only an alarming situation,... Read More
Flying and Traveling with Herbs
Posted on20 Jul 2014
It’s easy to use herbs at home but what about traveling with herbs – especially plane travel when there are restrictions with... Read More
Lavender-Infused Oil and Sugar Scrub Recipes
Posted on17 Jul 2014
Summer has always been my favorite season. I just love the warmth of the sun, the gardens that come alive, the meadows that... Read More
The Shakers and our First Herbades
Posted on14 Jul 2014
Who Were the Shakers? The Shakers were a religious sect of “believers” who established agriculturally-based and independently functioning communities in America ever... Read More
Yarrow as a Natural Support for Fever and Flu
Posted on03 Jul 2014
Yarrow is a lovely wildflower. You can find it growing on roadsides, fencerows, fields, and meadows, the white bobbing flowerheads buzzing with... Read More
How to Use Chamomile to Reduce Stress
Posted on25 Jun 2014
In our crazy, stressful, overly-busy and hectic lifestyle, people have lost the ability to slow down, relax, and nourish themselves. We keep... Read More
DIY Sweet Oranges & Rose Perfume
Posted on23 Jun 2014
For Mother’s day this year, I wanted to make my mother something extra special that I knew she would adore. It wasn’t... Read More
Crafting a Natural Bug Repellent with Essential Oils
Posted on18 Jun 2014
The warm weather has finally arrived. And so have the bugs. What kind of bug repellent do you wear? If you’re the... Read More
Bee Informed: The Bee Population Decline and What To Do About It
Posted on16 Jun 2014
There are blares from car horns in the lines of traffic that stretch endlessly along paths of asphalt. We travel to and... Read More
Sweeten Your Breakfast With Dandelion Flower Syrup
Posted on26 May 2014
Everywhere that I turn, dandelions are popping up out of the ground. Many find them a nuisance, thinking they are just weeds,... Read More
Cool as a Cucumber – 5 Ayurvedic Tips for Summer
Posted on23 May 2014
June 1st marks the start of a new seasonal cycle in Ayurveda. We’re transitioning out of the thaw of spring and lightening... Read More
How to Harden Seedlings and Protect Your Garden
Posted on23 May 2014
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Gardening is a popular past-time, and many people invest a large amount of money every year in plants and seedlings, only to... Read More
How to Make a Happy Uterus with Lady’s Mantle Tea
Posted on21 May 2014
Lady’s mantle cups her hands to hold the morning dew. Despite her inconspicuous flowers, gardeners adore her for the dew drops, formed... Read More
Put the Healthy Back Into Summer With High-C Herbal Ice Pops
Posted on19 May 2014
Summertime in Texas usually means extreme heat and sunshine. After a day of fun out in the sun, we are all usually... Read More
Tips to Reduce Shopping-Related Plastic Waste
Posted on15 May 2014
Tagsgreen living
According to statistics, in 2012, the United States produced a staggering 32 million tons of plastic waste and only recycled a mere... Read More
Homemade Calamine Lotion for Quick Itch Relief
Posted on13 May 2014
I had been longing for spring to come. Daily hikes through the nature preserve, with our family dog and my four-year-old son,... Read More
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
TagsDIY
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
