Last month we learned about Europe’s famous Blackthorn; this month, we learn about the sister tree, Hawthorn, and its equally important place in the world.
Herbalism
Just warming back up to foraging season? Here are some low-effort plants you can find in your nearby surroundings!
Witch Craft
It’s sometimes hard to keep track of the holidays and organize “that huge Imbolc party” you promised everyone. Sometimes you just need a simple holiday to yourself! Here are 6 simple ways to enjoy Imbolc at home without the stress!
Monthly Wort, Herbalism
You might have seen this strange, cone-shaped flower sitting delicately in a field somewhere. Wouldn’t that make a beautiful wildflower bouquet? Then, you go to pick it and realize how sharp that bulb is on top! That’s Echinacea alright, subtle and surprising. Read this month’s Monthly Wort and learn about why herbalists enjoy this flower, from root to petal.
Herbalism, Monthly Wort
For the last part of Stinging Nettle, we’ll discuss how you can grow this vitamin filled deer/stranger repellant right in your own garden! From seed or from propagation, you can (carefully) keep nettle in your teas, sautees, yarn and more for a lifetime.
Herbalism, Monthly Wort
For all the pain this plant might cause, you’d think its magic would be just as prickly. However, if you read through this Monthly Wort on stinging nettle, you might find that this little green guy is only here to protect us. Check out this blog and find out more on the surprisingly charming magic of stinging nettle!
