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Linden (Tilia spp.): A Tree of Calm and Connection

Linden (Tilia spp.): A Tree of Calm and Connection

There are many varieties of Linden across both Europe and North America, each with its own subtle beauty and fragrance. The European species Tilia cordata (Small Leaved Linden) and Tilia platyphyllos...

Linden (Tilia spp.): A Tree of Calm and Connection

There are many varieties of Linden across both Europe and North America, each with its own subtle beauty and fragrance. The European species Tilia cordata (Small Leaved Linden) and Tilia platyphyllos...

Yarrow: Wild, Available, and Always Ready to Help

Yarrow: Wild, Available, and Always Ready to Help

Every so often, a plant reminds us just how powerful simple knowledge can be. This summer, during a family trip that carried us from Iceland to the Highlands of Scotland,...

Yarrow: Wild, Available, and Always Ready to Help

Every so often, a plant reminds us just how powerful simple knowledge can be. This summer, during a family trip that carried us from Iceland to the Highlands of Scotland,...

Spilanthes

Spilanthes

Spilanthes is one of my favorite plants to grow in our gardens. It’s fun—its flavor is exciting, its bright button-like flowers add a unique charm, and its gracious sprawling habit...

Spilanthes

Spilanthes is one of my favorite plants to grow in our gardens. It’s fun—its flavor is exciting, its bright button-like flowers add a unique charm, and its gracious sprawling habit...

Exploring the many varieties of Skullcap

Exploring the many varieties of Skullcap

Skullcap (Scutellaria) belongs to the mint family and comes in many varieties. Some, like lateriflora and helmet (integrifolia), are native to North America, while others, like baicalensis and barbata, originate...

Exploring the many varieties of Skullcap

Skullcap (Scutellaria) belongs to the mint family and comes in many varieties. Some, like lateriflora and helmet (integrifolia), are native to North America, while others, like baicalensis and barbata, originate...

Echinacea angustifolia....not your garden purpurea

Echinacea angustifolia....not your garden purpurea

What’s the difference between Echinacea angustifolia and purpurea? Both varieties are incredible allies for immune support, but they have distinct specialties. As an herbalist, I prefer to extract both varieties to provide...

Echinacea angustifolia....not your garden purpurea

What’s the difference between Echinacea angustifolia and purpurea? Both varieties are incredible allies for immune support, but they have distinct specialties. As an herbalist, I prefer to extract both varieties to provide...