Making Herbal Tussie-Mussies
Long before the days of the telephone, computers, fax machines and text messages, miniature herbal bouquets were a special means of communication. Tussie-mussies are composed [ ...click to read more ]
Avoiding West Nile Virus and Other Mosquito-borne Diseases with Herbs
Mosquitoes carry a lot of nasty diseases, including West Nile Virus. The WNV is carried by birds, that are bitten by mosquitoes, who then transfer it to humans and other [ ...click to read more ]
A Sweet Smelling Home
A clever way to use up surplus, dried herbs Herbs lose their flavor after about a year, instead of throwing them away, simmer them in a crockpot. Toss in a handful of the [ ...click to read more ]
Pesky Pantry Pests
In the next few weeks, the kids will be heading back to school, and the insects will be heading indoors. Even though summer is in full swing, the insect world can sense [ ...click to read more ]
Lovely Lemon Balm – Part Two
Not only is lemon balm used in cooking, baking, crafts, in teas, it is also a powerhouse of anti-viral, antispasmodic, and contains natural sedative properties. Lemon balm, [ ...click to read more ]
Lovely Lemon Balm
One of the easiest and most prolific herbs to grow, lemon balm has a fragrance much like lemon-flavored lollipops. Best climate and site: Zones 4-9. Full sun is best for the [ ...click to read more ]
Harvesting Herbs ~ Storage Techniques
Freezing- Cut stems or leaves of the herbs, rinse, pat dry with paper towels and freeze in zip-loc bags. Label the contents and freeze. Pull out what you need for recipes and [ ...click to read more ]
Harvesting Herbs
Herbs should be harvested when the oils that produce flavor and aroma are at their peak. Herbs grown for foliage should be harvested before they flower. An example would be [ ...click to read more ]
Propagating Rosemary and Other Herbs from Cuttings
Instead of buying a rosemary seedling from your local nursery, you can grow some yourself fairly easily by taking cuttings from an existing plant. Choose branches that are [ ...click to read more ]
Herbs For Health and Beauty
Vinegar and Herb Bath 2 sprigs of rosemary 4 sprigs of lavender 2 cups of apple cider vinegar Add to warm bath water and soak for 10-15 minutes. Good for sunburn and skin [ ...click to read more ]
Mystical Magical Herbs 