Into the Woods: Beech Leaf Disease

Globalization kills.

Herbal Household Remedies: Mint

Most plants of the mint family have a wonderful fragrance and can be used in various ways. Check out this link to find out more.

Classical Sunday: Listen to the Cardinals

One more concert of the natural kind. 

Link: Harbinger of Spring Look-Alikes: Dead Nettle & Henbit — The Herb Society of America Blog

Dead Nettle is just beginning to take off in the yard. Have a look at this great post about uses of it!

Herbal Household Remedies: Dandelion

"Dandelions are Nature's way of giving dignity to weeds!"

Herbal Household Remedies: Poultices

Our forefathers and -mothers knew full well how to use Mother Nature's medicine cabinet.

Herbal Household Remedies: Stinging Nettle

"Tender-handed stroke a nettle, / And it stings you for your pains. / Grasp it like a man of mettle, / And it soft as silk remains." (Aaron Hill, 1685 - 1750)

Herbal Household Remedies: Pine Needle Tea

Vitamin C is on the top of the list of vitamins that help you fight off colds, and pine needle tea is a wonderful provider of Vitamins A and C. 

Herbal Household Remedies: Garlic

Garlic has a history of several thousand years of human consumption and use.

Herbal Household Remedies: Rose Hip

Did you know that rose hip is richer in Vitamin C than oranges?