June 8, 2020
Three Herbs to Soothe the Soul
With all of the challenges that 2020 has held for us so far, I don’t think I’ve yet to meet one person hasn’t gone through some profound, often demanding, personal challenges. In my experience, with…
June 4, 2020
Four Warming Herbs for Any Season
We can probably all agree that 2020 has hosted its share of challenges. And while we’ve doubtless found new ways of coping with stress, anxiety, and uncertainty, sometimes there’s nothing more comforting than invoking nostalgia….
June 1, 2020
Five Herbs to Comfort the Heart
I’m quite sure few would disagree that keeping a light heart has been challenging over the past few months. There are so many reasons a heart can feel troubled, either literally from illness or metaphorically…
May 28, 2020
Four natural solutions for cleaning house!
As we spend more time at home these days, the speed at which dust and dirt accumulates is thrown into sharp relief—especially with windows open, wind blowing, and pollen dusting. If you’re anything like me,…
May 25, 2020
Reading & Exploring Wetlands with your Child
This year the theme for Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens is Wicked Wetland Wonders—and here at the Gardens we have an abundance of wetlands! Many children have spent afternoons catching frogs while participating in summer camps,…
May 21, 2020
Essential Renaissance: Five scents for a calm mind.
Aromatherapy is the fastest way out of your head and into a more measured, peaceful place. The sense of smell is one powerful message-delivery system, allowing us to tap into a powerful fusion of smells,…
May 18, 2020
Four Herbs for Peace in Mind and Body
I think we can all agree that we’re not living in the easiest of times. Luckily—as I tell my herbal clients and students—there’s an herb for that.
May 14, 2020
Fiddleheads are out!
Fiddleheads are out! Searching for these edible beauties is a great way to spend time outside on these beautiful spring days! There are many different varieties of edible, yet-to-unfurl ferns around the world, but here…