The Outdoor Apothecary is passionate about gardening and permaculture.
If you’re new to gardening or just need a refresher, this is the best place to find advice on everything from how to plant seeds to what is propagation, to sustainable gardening practices.ย
Growing plants for food and medicine can be one of the most rewarding things you can do for yourself and your family. Here you will find information on growing vegetables, fruits, and herbs along with sustainable gardening practices for a more self-sufficient lifestyle, closer to nature.
Permaculture gardening is a blueprint for sustainable practice in a garden, underpinned by a series of ethics and ideas. Rooted in a philosophy of harmony with nature, permaculture is all about making sure that what we do today does not have a negative impact on the world of tomorrow. Simply put, permaculture gardening is a holistic approach to gardening, and something we feel very strongly about.ย
Basically, Permaculture usesย organic gardening and farming practicesย but it goes beyond these practices and integrates the garden and home to create a lifestyle that impacts less on the environment. … Permaculture brings production of food closer to consumers and the consumer’s wastes back into the cycle.
The Incredible Health Benefits of Calendula and Its Uses
Learn about the amazing health benefits of calendula and its uses as a valuable medicinal herb that is prized by herbalists.
10 Incredible Reasons to Grow an Indoor Garden
10 Compelling reasons to grow an indoor garden.
Growing Chamomile: Surprising Medicinal Uses
As beneficial as they are beautiful- if youโre not growing chamomile in your garden, then youโre missing out!ย
Medicinal Herbs for Tea: Tips for Growing Your Own Amazing Garden
Growing a medicinal herb garden can be fun, easy, and extremely rewarding. Medicinal herbs for tea can have a positive impact on your health and longevity, too. In this article, weโre going to take a look at how to grow an herbal tea garden that will be the centerpiece of your yard and garden.
Amazing Uses for Rosemary Herb and Why You should grow it!
Rosemary is a versatile herb that can be used in everything from culinary dishes to medicinal preparations. In fact,ย you’ll never want for uses for rosemary herb once you start growing your own.
Victory Gardens and Why You Should Grow One
Victory Gardens are making a comeback. Here’s what you need to get started making yours.
Your Useful Guide to Seed Starting: Get Your Garden Going Now
Seed starting made easy! Everything you need to know about hardening off of seedlings, the proper soil, water and light conditions, and supplies needed.
