The Lesson of the Sleeping Bee
“One touch of nature makes the whole world kin.” William Shakespeare They say to work the land is a humbling experience. We have learned over the years to view the …
Original Writings
Maiden, Mother, Crone
Making Chickweed vinegar today which will become part of my Spring Oxymel that I make every year… This weedy vinegar of dock, plantain, nettle, and so much more has become …
The Alchemy of Community
Every culture and faith has a creation story. And, at the end of these Winter days , families and friends continue to huddle together sharing stories of family history – of community …
Aspect in Garden Design
“can we speak in flowers.It will be easier for me to understand.” Nayyirah Waheed January is the time for garden planning. As you are contemplating new beds and borders, remember …
The Cold of Winter
“As long as we are alive, we feel fear. It is an intrinsic part of our makeup, as natural as a bitter cold winter day or the winds that rip …
“The Little Alchemical One,” Lady’s Mantle
Latin Name: Alchemilla vulgaris Common Names: Our Ladies Mantle, Mary’s Mantle, Mary’s Palm, Bear’s Foot, Dew Cup, Duck’s Foot, Elf-Shot, Lamb’s Foot, Lion’s Foot, Nine Hooks Parts Used: Flowering aerial …
In the Gardens: Lilium superbum
“A garden is a grand teacher. It teaches patience and careful watchfulness. It teaches industry and thrift – above all, it teaches entire trust.” Gertrude Jekyll This plant has taught …
In the Woodland Garden: Monarda fistulosa
Monarda fistulosa L. Common Names: Wild Bergamot, Beebalm, Horsemint, Golden Melissa, Indian Nettle, Sweet Leaf Family: Mint, Lamiaceae Taste: Hot, aromatic Energetics: Warming, drying “Flowers always make people …
the calm during the storm: principles for physical and mental health during the pandemic
“Alone, we can do so little; together, we can do so much.” Helen Keller Hello everyone, As a community herbalist, I want to share a resource that has benefited myself, …
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The Wild Edged In-Between Time of Late Winter
Wan February with weeping cheer,Whose cold hand guides the youngling yearDown misty roads of mire and rime,Before thy pale and fitful faceThe shrill wind shifts the clouds apaceThrough skies the …