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Featured Herb: Mullein

Soft, fuzzy Verbascum spp, otherwise known as herbal toilet paper, is in the Scrophulariaceae (Figwort) family. All parts of the plant-the leaves, flowers, and roots are medicinal. It is such a treat to come across the gorgeous first year basal rosette with the fuzzy leaves, as in the photo above. Mullein is a biennial, which …

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A Day In The Life: Using Herbs for Wellness and Fun

My Personal Self Care Herbal Wellness Routine for Summertime (a product roundup from the shop): Hi all, A few folks have been asking me about ways to incorporate the use of herbs in their everyday lives. So I figured sharing my personal herbal protocols on the blog would be a good idea. Since my regimen …

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Featured Herb: Rose

I just love roses! All roses, wild and cultivated (as long as they’re organically grown) are medicinal. High in vitamin C, many people harvest and use the hips (fruits) of roses in the Fall and Winter months to add to teas and syrups during Cold and Flu Season. But today, I want to talk about …

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Featured Herb: Plantain

Plantago lanceolata is the botanical name for long-leaf plantain, which is what I wildcrafted on my property in Bayside that I affectionately and unofficially call Melody Farm. Many of you might be familiar with plantain as the ultimate “band-aid plant”, because it is so amazing as a topical first aid herb for cuts, scrapes, stings, …

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Spring Featured Products

Cleavers Vinegar Organic apple cider vinegar infused with Cleavers (Galium aparine). Cleavers helps to support the lymphatic system and so it is a great Spring Tonic. Also supports the urinary system as well. For a Spring Tonic Deluxe, mix with my Dandelion vinegar. Can be taken in tablespoon doses 3 times daily or used any …

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