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Herbs & Herbalism
In days past women relied on simple wisdom, common sense, and pantries well-stocked with herbs to help their families with common ailments. With few exceptions, these herbal remedies were made from plants and herbs that grew in the kitchen garden or were gathered in fields and woods. People are again becoming aware of the importance of returning to the use of whole foods and healthy herbs in their lives. Here you can explore the natural world of plants & herbs to help you live a simpler and healthier life.
Does Any of this Sound Familar?
When wanting to learn about herbs, it can feel impossible to know where to begin. There are thousands of books and websites. There are even more herbs and preparations. How do you know where to start learning or which herb to use?
The Outdoor Apotheca eliminates the overwhelm and makes learning about herbs simple. We believe that everyone should have access to the beneficial herbs that grow around them. There is no need to buy expensive supplements when you already have a powerful apothecary in your own kitchen, garden, or even in your yard.
Winter Tea Spice Blend: Perfect For Gift Giving
Need a homemade Christmas gift? Nourishing Herbal Teas are the best! This Winter Tea Spice Blend is perfect for the winter seasons and would make a lovely homemade gift to give.
Drying Ginger Made Easy: Never Buy Ginger Powder Again
Learn the simple steps to drying ginger at home and create your own ginger powder. Say goodbye to store-bought bottles with this easy, cost-effective method.
Solomon Seal Root: Uses, Benefits, and 3 Easy Preparations
Discover the benefits of Solomon Seal root, a powerful healing herb. Learn how to use it in herbal medicines and tinctures to enhance your health and wellness.
Magical Crabapple: The Folklore & How To Use This Underappreciated Fruit
Let’s delve into the folklore of crabapple, as well as ways to use this underappreciated fall fruit to honor our ancestors during the autumn equinox.
Make Your Own Herbal Incense Bundles in 6 Easy Steps
6 Steps to making your own herbal incense bundles to honor the changing seasons and welcome good energy into your home.
Surprising Joe Pye Weed Uses & How To Make A Tea From It
The medicinal Joe Pye Weed uses and benefits.
6 Excellent Reasons Why You Need Joe Pye Weed In Your Garden
Every garden needs Joe Pye Weed! This native plant is low-maintenance, attracts pollinators, and adds beauty. Discover 6 reasons why it’s a must-have for your garden.
The Amazing Health Benefits and the Uses of Turmeric
In this article, we’ll review the potential health benefits and the uses of turmeric and how it can help support your health.
Make Your Own Effective St. John’s Wort Tincture
St. John’s Wort tincture is a potent herbal medicine for depression, anxiety and insomnia that you can make at home.
Yarrow Tea: Both Magical and Medicinal
Yarrow tea made from yarrow (Achillea Millefolium) has been used in folk medicine for centuries. Discover some of the many benefits so you can harness its magic and medicine.
Amazing Yarrow Plant: The Native Herb with Surprising Uses
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Purslane: One of Mother Nature’s Wild Superfoods
Discover the benefits of purslane, an amazing superfood.
Bioregional Herbalism and 8 Effective Ways To Practice
Discover bioregional herbalism: a sustainable practice using local herbs. It emphasizes knowing your plants, their interactions, and their environmental relationships.
Harvesting Lemon Balm Plant and 3 Easy Drying Methods
Lemon balm plant is an herbal ally worth preserving and harvesting. Here are some tips on how to harvest, dry and preserve this amazing plant ally.
Eating Weeds: 22 Delicious Dandelion Recipes You Need to Try
If you haven’t been eating weeds, you’re missing out, especially when it comes to dandelion. Try these 22 dandelion recipes!
