HERB OF THE MONTH – JANUARY: PARSLEY
The Herb of the Month for January 2021 is Parsley Petroselinum Parsley, a biennial, grows to about 15” or even taller in full sun or partial shade using moist but well drained soil. There are three different types to choose from: Crispum is a common, curly leaf parsley, mostly used for …
HERBS FOR WINTER WELLNESS
THE WINTER SOLSTICE According to the Herbal Academy, “the winter solstice is an astronomical event caused by the tilt of the earth on its axis and its orbit around the sun. The result in the Northern Hemisphere is the longest night and the shortest day. In ancient times, the winter …
Membership Dues for 2021
Hello Herb Afficiondos! The warm weather garden may be gradually falling into a fall and winter slumber, but not us! There’s plenty to do in our gardens: planting for the fall and cleaning up the debris from dying plants. I have planted ornamental cabbages and beautiful swiss chard, and trimmed …
2020 VIRTUAL SILENT AUCTION
The Memphis Herb Society Silent Auction is an annual fundraiser that is taking place online this year! Christmas shopping has never been easier! For two weeks, we will post photos and bidding information for a wide variety of unique items sure to please everyone on your Christmas list. Proceeds from …
Herbs for Autumn Equinox – Part II Fruits
Celebrate the Autumn Equinox with foods that honor the hearth and harvest. It’s a great time of year to take advantage of the bounty of the season. The ideal autumn diet helps transition the body from summer’s lighter intake to heartier winter fare. Fall is a time of cooling the …
Herb of the Month – October: Rosehips
The Herb of the Month for October 2020 Rose Hips Rosa spp. Rose hips are the fruit that is produced by roses, developing just under the flowering part. This hip contains rose seeds resulting from pollination and ripening during summer through the autumn. The size and coloration of the rose hip …
Herb Garden Volunteers Photo Album
From October 10, 2020 From October 8, 2020 – From September 10, 2020 – Photos courtesy of Tracy Nelms & Sherri McCalla From August 8, 2020 – Photos courtesy of Tracy Nelms & Sherri McCalla From June 13, 2020 – Photos courtesy of Tracy Nelms