Life Cycle Lavender is a woody perennial that is hardy to USDA zones 4 to 9. Plant Description Native to the mountainous zones of the Mediterranean, lavender is an extremely popular member of the Lamiaceae family. It is a short, bushy shrub that has rough woody branches and grows two to three feet tall. The […]

When it comes to the debate over dry herb and THC concentrate, the question isn’t really which one is better, the question is which one is better for me? That obviously depends on the individual but this article gives you a better idea of their pros, their cons, and their differences so that you can […]

Projects: Prepare Fresh Herbs for a Floral Wedding Arrangement Herbal Flower Girl Wreath Nosegay Bouquet Herbal Wedding Punch Bowl Wedding Tablecloth Bouquet Fresh herbs have been essential to the language of love for centuries, used profusely in adorning bridal couples as well as bridal chambers. Ancient Athenians wove mint and marigolds, which they believed to be […]

• Yarrow (Achillea hybrids). The plant tops produce mostly yellow, tan and gold colors. It is a tough and hardy perennial in the garden and flowers from early summer to late fall. • Marigolds (Tagetes spp. and hybrids). The flowers and leaves will produce a variety of colors, depending on the mordant, from bright yellow and gold to […]

Cleavers (galium aparine).  The name (Galium) is derived from gala which is Greek for ‘milk’ (cleavers was used to curdle milk for cheese) and the species name ‘aparine‘ comes from the Greek word apara meaning ‘to seize’.   Also known as Bedstraw because it was used to stuff mattresses. Cleavers is a persistent, sticky plant that […]

  Anti-Aging Face Serum Making your own anti-aging facial serums is fun and easy to do with this simple recipe. Facial serums are a light-weight moisturizer that has a rich nutrient content. They can boast many benefits from anti-aging to acne fighting properties. You can include nourishing carrier oils, essential oils, and herbal infused oils. The […]

Being a Yogi is a commitment to the Self and to living a life that is lived with the essence of health and wellness. Food and lifestyle play a major role in reaching the complete effects of a regular yoga practice, wherein one ceases to be as effective with the absence of another. Experts proclaim […]

The cosmetic and beauty industries seem to be taking over, pushing out all the natural and good for more regulated chemicals that aren’t always the best for our skin’s health in any way.  But these toxic products don’t have to stay around all the time, especially when there are natural remedies that can help you […]

(This is the third in a series of articles on some common physical changes women may experience, such as varicose veins, wrinkles or age spots, as they age and how these changes can naturally be reduced or minimized) Wrinkles and Aging Wrinkles are a natural part of aging, no doubt about that.  They appear on […]

Speed date with nettles; you will either love them or hate them but the more you know, the more you will fall for this one! As an herb: Nettles is an excellent diuretic helping to flush the kidneys. Being hemostatic and astringent, it helps to tighten and tone tissues and stop bleeding. Nettles is an […]