Herbal teas (or “tisanes” for the terminology sticklers among us) have a long history across myriad cultures. Whether we enjoy them as an everyday beverage, or reach for certain types in times of stress or illness, many of us have memories associated with them. For me these start in childhood — I remember sipping chamomile tea …
I know what you’re thinking — a garden update in February? But here we are! Although the snow and cold is still very much here, we’re more than halfway to the spring equinox. Inside our winter “burrow” we have been busy planning and dreaming for the growing season to come. Our efforts this year will be …
This week, one of my to-do list items is to strain and bottle the various tinctures I started over the summer and fall months. Echinacea, motherwort, valerian, nettle, hawthorn, goldenrod, lemon balm, St. Johns wort — the list is long! These lovely little herbal extracts are an easy way to use herbal medicine on a regular …
Inside Our Winter Apothecary + What is a Tincture? Read More »
This past weekend saw some of the most stunning weather we’ve had all month! Mid 60s and sunny, with barely a cloud in the sky. It gave us the perfect opportunity to get out to the garden and plant next year’s garlic. Garlic is so easy and satisfying to grow. We planted a whole row this …
How to Plant Garlic — and Harvest and Use It! Read More »
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