By Evelyn Mosley During our weeks of “safer at home” self-quarantine, Dr. Christopher Hobbs, via webinar, was one of several herbalists who shared ways to strengthen our immune and respiratory systems using plant-based remedies. Dr. Christopher Hobbs mentioned that he consumes raw garlic daily to keep his immune and respiratory …
Gardening Gone Herbs What a lovely spring it has been, perfect for tackling some major chores and seeing them come to completion. I have even had the joy of volunteering at the Memphis Botanic Garden in the herb garden, weeding and helping to prepare this lovely spot for upcoming visitors, since …
Thanks to all who made our first virtual program in April a huge success! Dana Sanders shared a load of information on a topic that can seem daunting: Seed saving. If there was ever a more valuable skill to learn nowadays, this is one to consider. As this pandemic unfolds, …
WHY A SPRING CLEANSE & DETOXIFICATION? As the flowers awake after the cold days of winter, we feel a nudge to embrace new growth and shed our winter coats. Spring is the natural time to cleanse, detox, and refresh after a long winter season of extra hours inside, less movement, …
The Herb of the Month for May 2020 is Sorrell Rumex acetose, R. scutatus Sorrell, a perennial herb (or greens), has a tart lemony flavor, but there are several varieties that are milder such as French sorrel. This herb, which has been cultivated for centuries produces flower spikes in the …
