Humidifying Your Homestead for a Healthier Winter
The subtitle of this article could be “Don’t Do What I Did.” …
Herbal Medicines for Fall and Winter
By now you have probably harvested and preserved your summer produce for…
Some Sage Wisdom
Salvia officinalis—from the Latin word "salvere"—the name means "to save" and refers…
Artemisia: Absinthe Makes the Heart Grow Fonder
The genus of Artemisia, consisting of over two hundred mostly aromatic plants…
Parsley: It’s Actually Good For Something
Don’t despise parsley, that sprig of green that usually sits as a…
Thyme is on Your Side (Yes, it is!)
Most herbal writers agree that thyme may be the oldest herb known…
Forage for Borage
Borage (Borago officinalis) is commonly recognized as the herb with cucumber-like tasting…
There’s Something About Rosemary
Just the name evokes mystery and romance. Its Latin name means literally…
The Homesteader’s Apothecary
Homesteaders will tout the many health benefits of their lifestyle including fresh…