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Embracing the Ancient Wisdom of Plants
Traditional Plant Teachings – Discover how sacred plant wisdom is the secret to vibrant health. Come explore the time honored traditional teachings from the wisdom of our sacred plant ancestors.
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 FAMILIAR?
When wanting to learn about healing herbs, it can feel impossible to know where to begin. There are thousands of books and websites. There are even more herbs and remedies. How do you know where to start learning or which herb to use?The Outdoor Apothecary eliminates the overwhelm and makes learning about herbs simple. We believe that everyone should have access to the healing 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.
Easy DIY Spruce Tip Salve for Nourished Skin
Learn how to make soothing spruce tip salve with infused oil, beeswax, and essential oils. Perfect for natural healing and skincare, crafted straight from the forest!
Easy Spruce Tip Tincture and Benefits
Discover how to make spruce tip tincture, a powerful remedy for immune support, respiratory health, and digestion. Simple recipe with amazing health benefits.
Spruce Tip Syrup: A Delicious and Medicinal Treat
Learn how to make spruce tip syrup, a versatile and medicinal treat rich in vitamin C and antioxidants. Perfect for beverages, baking, and immune support.
Bee Balm Tincture: Benefits and Easy Preparation
Learn to make bee balm tincture with this simple guide! Ideal for providing comfort during cold and flu season using wild or cultivated Monarda.
Sassafras: Rich History, Traditions, and Uses
Explore the rich history, traditions, and versatile uses of sassafras, from its health benefits and unique leaf patterns to its role in ecology and culture.
Foraging Juneberry: Identification, Benefits and Uses.
Discover the joys of foraging Juneberries with tips on identification, health benefits, and versatile culinary uses in this comprehensive guide.
Foraging Wild Strawberries: Identification and Look-Alikes
Learn about foraging wild strawberries, how to identify, recognize look-alikes, harvest sustainably, and appreciate their cultural significance and benefits.
Horsetail Tea: Easy Preparation and Benefits
Discover the benefits of horsetail tea, learn how to prepare this ancient herbal remedy for health and wellness.
6 Easy Spring Simmer Pot Recipes
Embrace the essence of the season with delightful spring simmer pot recipes. Fill your home with natural, refreshing scents that capture the season’s spirit.
Discover 5 Ways to Use Dandelion in Your Home Remedies
Explore the many ways to use dandelion with our guide on making tinctures, teas, salves, lotion bars, and oils. Start your herbal journey today!
10 Potent Wild Bitter Herbs to Try This Spring
Discover the health benefits of spring’s bitter herbs, which enhance digestion, boost vitality, and connect us to ancestral eating traditions.
Easy Small-Batch Dandelion Soap Recipe
Learn how to make small batch, cold process dandelion soap in this easy step-by-step guide. Discover the benefits of this skin nourishing recipe.
Horsetail Plant: Identification, Uses, Benefits
Explore the benefits, uses, and harvesting tips for horsetail plant, a natural remedy and ancient botanical wonder for strengthening hair, nails, and more.
Dandelion Lotion Bars: Easy DIY Recipe
Create your own Dandelion Lotion Bars with this easy, step-by-step guide. Discover DIY skincare using natural ingredients from your backyard for nourished skin.
Easy Dandelion Oil for Skincare
Learn to make dandelion oil, a simple, natural remedy for skin care and pain relief, with our easy guide. Use as a base for natural skincare products.