From the Herb Basket – 5
Add a sprig or two of fresh rosemary to frozen corn while it cooks. What a delicious flavor, you won’t miss the butter or the salt. Steam fresh zucchini and spring [ ...click to read more ]
Artemisia: Herb of the Year 2014
The International Herb Association has announced Artemisia spp. as Herb of the Year for 2014. [ ...click to read more ]
Staying Healthy in 2014
I’m not advocating flu shots. Each of us must make an informed decision if we want the vaccine or not. H1N1 cases have been reported in Chicago on December 27, 2013. [ ...click to read more ]
Holiday Recipes
Russian Tea 1/2 cup instant tea 1 cup Tang 1 package Wyler’s lemonade 1 tsp.cinnamon 10 whole cloves 1/2 cup sugar Mix all ingredients together and store in a glass jar [ ...click to read more ]
Easy Do It Yourself Project- Peppermint Candle
This is so neat ! Check the Dollar Stores for inexpensive candles and candies. DIY Peppermint Candle – Easy Holiday Decor [ ...click to read more ]
From the Herb Basket – 4
How to make disinfectant wipes: 1/4 cup dried lavender flowers, 1/4 cup dried rosemary, 1/4 cup dried sage, and 2 cups of white vinegar. Add all the ingredients to a quart [ ...click to read more ]
Gift Ideas for the Herb Lover on Your List
Books about herbs, don’t forget cookbooks as well. If you plan to order online, do so by the 10th to ensure delivery before Christmas. Check small bookstores, often [ ...click to read more ]
Celebrating Yule
Yule takes place on the day of the winter solstice, December 21st. This year on December 21st, 2013, it begins at 12:11 pm. An amazing thing will occur on this day. The [ ...click to read more ]
December in the Herb Garden
Shorter daylight hours and freezing temperatures have slowed down the growth of the herbs. They may be dormant, but they still need protection and water. Continue to water [ ...click to read more ]
Good for You ~ Ginger
In merry old England during the 17th century, a pound of ginger could be traded at the market for one healthy female sheep. This twisted and gnarled herb has been around for [ ...click to read more ]
Mystical Magical Herbs 