Lavender (Lavandula officinalis, syn. L angustafolia) is a soothing nervine brought to the rest of the world from the Mediterranean region. Lavender is part of the Lamiaceae family which includes bee balm, catnip, and spearmint. Lavender Energy Lavender is projective in nature, corresponding to the energy of Mercury and to the element of air. Lavender… Continue reading Lavender
Elixir: a magical or medicinal potion – Oxford Languages Dictionary Elixirs can take many forms. In the case of a crystal elixir, the form is a liquid infused with the vibrational energy of a crystal, gemstone, mineral, or fossil. This liquid brings the benefits of crystals to you in a form that can be applied,… Continue reading Crafting Crystal Elixirs
Calendula (Calendula officinalis) is an easy to grow herb that can heal physical and emotional wounds. Calendula is part of the Asteraceae family which includes dandelions, daisies, and chrysanthemums. It is the original Marigold and is also known as Pot Marigold. Calendula Energy Calendula is projective in nature. It corresponds to the energy of the… Continue reading Calendula
Infused honey is that spoonful of sugar that helps the medicine go down. Honey is asweet medicine on its own. It soothes a sore throat, calms coughs, and is a naturalenergy booster. Honey Honey contains a wide range of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and amino acids. Theantioxidant benefits vary dependent on the food source of the… Continue reading Infused Honey
Roses have long been a staple in bringing beauty and scent into our lives. I love to add rose petals and rose hips to my tea, and rose petal jelly has a taste that you have to try to believe. For over 3,000 years Rose has been considered the Queen of flowers. Brought to Europe… Continue reading Rose
The botanical name of the plant we commonly refer to as rosemary was recently changed from Rosmarinus officinalis to Salvia rosmarinus. While the official name may be different, rosemary is still a beautiful, and beneficial, plant for your garden. The word rosmarinus, which is a constant in the name, may have been inspired by its… Continue reading Rosemary
I have had an interest in herbs for as long as I can remember. As an active member of the group Future Farmers of America, or FFA, in high school, my focus was on landscaping and horticulture. After working in a greenhouse for a few years, I transitioned into a management role and moved away… Continue reading Herbal Books on My Bookshelf
One thing that we can count on every year is cold and flu season. This year has made even more clear the impact that viruses can have on us. It has also highlighted both the need for personal hygiene and the importance of supporting our immune system. Those things alone are still not often enough.… Continue reading Seasonal Support: Cold & Flu
Sage (Salvia officinalis) is a culinary, medicinal, ornamental, and magical plant. The name comes from the Latin word for salvation and it has a long history of being used as everything from a preservative to an assistant in weaning children. A woody perennial with square stems and an almost furry stem, sage comes from the… Continue reading Sage
We all encounter obstacles. Sometimes they are small, easily surmountable and leave little residual effect. Sometimes they are larger, require a little more effort and have a lasting impact. Then there are those obstacles that act as blocks, preventing us from moving forward. What do obstacles and blocks have to do with lemons? Citrus x… Continue reading When Life Gives You Lemons…
