Purslane (Portulaca oleracea)
Purslane (Portulaca oleracea), is one of my favorite edible weeds. A succulent plant. it likes to lie close to the ground, spreading out on a […]
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Prickly Pear, Opuntia spp.
Prickly pear, Opuntia spp., is a great plant for dry climates. With its multiple spines it can be very forbidding but actually has many medicinal […]
Violets, Viola sp.
Violets are some of the first flowers of spring and are both edible and medicinal along with being absolutely lovely. There are many varieties, from […]
Dandelion
Herb of the Month – Dandelion I was out for a hike in Mt Falcon and noticed the first dandelion leaves, my favorite spring edible, […]
Cinnamon – Cinnamomum cassia and verum
Spice of the Month – Cinnamon Cinnamon is a warming, stimulating spice for the transition from winter to spring. Along with its great taste and […]
Sage
Sage is a savory seasoning for poultry, pork, winter squash, pear and apple dishes, cheeses, stews, and chowders. Antiviral and astringent, sage has long been […]
Yarrow- Achillea
Herb of the Month – Yarrow- Achillea For a durable garden plant that will bloom enthusiastically in full sun, poor soil, and limited water, yarrow […]
Stinging Nettle – Urtica dioica
Herb of the Month – Stinging Nettle – Urtica dioica Nettle is a powerhouse of antioxidants, minerals, and phytonutrients. It is used for seasonal allergies, […]
Chickweed – Stellaria media
One of the first plants to peek out from under the snow in spring, this sweet little herb makes a great ground cover for cool, […]
Astragalus, Astragalus membranaceus, Astragalus mongholicus
Astragalus is an adaptogenic, a term used to describe something that helps the body adjust and adapt to stressors. It has been used in Traditional […]
Chamomile
Chamomile is an often-overlooked little herb that has been used for centuries for a variety of maladies. There are two common varieties; German Chamomile (Chamomilla Recutita) and […]
Oats
Okay, really a grain but herbalists love it! In crazy, stressful times I turn to oats for solace. Oats are nourishing, calming, and fortifying. They […]