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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.
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.
Purple Dead Nettle Tincture with Fresh or Dried Herb
Discover the art of making Purple Dead Nettle tincture with fresh or dried herbs using the simple, traditional folk method in this step-by-step guide.
10 Easy Spring Herbs to Forage for Wellness
Discover 10 spring herbs for natural remedies! Learn to forage and use these seasonal plants for health and wellness in this enlightening guide.
Spruce Tips: Foraging and Using this Spring Evergreen
Discover the art of foraging spruce tips, including how to identify, sustainably harvest, and creatively use them in culinary and medicinal ways.
Easy Purple Dead Nettle Salve
Learn to make your own Purple Dead Nettle salve with this easy guide, perfect for soothing dry, irritated skin using the healing power of nature.
Juneberry Simple Syrup to Honor the April Moon Goddess
Discover the magic of juneberry simple syrup made with juneberry blossoms—a light, floral delight perfect for honoring the goddess of spring in your recipes.
The Magic and Traditional Uses of the Basswood Tree
Discover the historical significance, folklore and diverse healing benefits of the basswood tree. Learn about its uses and applications in this in-depth guide.
10 Best Bath Tea Recipes for Spring
Embrace the spirit of the season with 5 bath tea recipes for spring. From herbal blends to floral infusions, find your perfect recipe for renewal and relaxation.
60 Surprising Edible Flowers
Explore our comprehensive guide to 60 edible flowers of the Northeast, from backyard blooms to native wildflowers, with tips for a self-sufficient lifestyle.
Foraging Northern Spicebush: A Delicious Wild Spice
Discover how to identify, harvest, and cook with the aromatic plant, Northern Spicebush. Bring its unique flavors to your table.