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Want a garden that smells fantastic? Here are the top 22 wonderfully fragrant flowers every gardener should plant.

Okay you've planted all those fresh herbs in your garden and now your wondering what should you do with them. Well I'm going to tell you. Cook with your home grown herbs for flavors in your foods that you never knew existed. The first time I ever added freshly chopped basil to my homemade tomato sauce I couldn't believe the explosion of flavor and the smell of the fresh basil was oh so wonderful.

This recipe for how to make peony salve is an easy-to-make useful flower salve. Making salves from flowers, herbs and other medicinal plants and weeds is a fun beneficial activity. This salve made from peonies has many benefits.

I'm a big fan of healing herbs. I love how they smell, and the texture they provide. But I'm also a big fan because they are amazing natural herbal remedies. Here are the best herbs to grow in your garden based on how easy they are to use and prepare at home, and how easy they are to grow in most gardens.

Botanical Name: Juniperus communis. Other Common Names: Common juniper, fairy circle, hackmatack, gin berry, horse savin, gorst, aiten, dwarf juniper, genevier, mountain common juniper, old field common juniper, genévrier, ginepro, enebro, gemeiner, gin plant, wachholder, reckholder. Habitat: Juniper is native to the northern hemisphere and is common in Canada, Scandinavia, and Siberia. It is usually found on heaths and moors but can also be found as undergrowth in mixed forests. Plant Description: Juniper is an erect evergreen coniferous shrub or a small tree which can grow up to ten meters tall. The needle like leaves, consisting of whorls of three,

How to grow and harvest Valerian

NOTE: In this article, you’ll find the most delicious hibiscus and mint tea recipe that’s perfect for hot summer days! As an iced tea, it’s cooling, refreshing, and GOOD for you! This lovely red tea blend is excellent for serving at summer get-togethers, too! In honor of the Summer Solstice a fe

You will first need to make an infused herbal oil before making the salve.Please see more detailed instructions below this printable recipe.

Angelica is excellent to use for protection against negative energy. It can be used in purification and uncrossing spells. U...

Calendula, sometimes known as the “sunshine herb,” is one that every home apothecary needs to include because of its many and astounding uses and benefits for health and remedies! Its sunny blooms brighten the summer landscape well into fall, or first frost, and in some fortunate places can bloom al

You will first need to make an infused herbal oil before making the salve.Please see more detailed instructions below this printable recipe.

You can add pizzazz to any patch of earth by planting a garden of assorted herbs: Blooming herbs not only look wonderful, they also smell terrific. And of course, they can really make your meals come alive.

I'm a big fan of healing herbs. I love how they smell, and the texture they provide. But I'm also a big fan because they are amazing natural herbal remedies. Here are the best herbs to grow in your garden based on how easy they are to use and prepare at home, and how easy they are to grow in most gardens.

Beginner gardeners can enjoy a colorful and fragrant outdoor space right from the get-go with this list of 18 beautiful flowers that are easy to grow, survive anything and need next-to-no care! 1. Sunflowers Few

Wondering which edible plants may be in your neighborhood or your very own back yard? Here are some very common edible plants to look for!

Moths can sometimes be a nuisance when they show up in the home. There is an easy solution though! You can make sachets with natural repellents to stash in drawers, trunks or hang in closets. You will need cotton fabrics, plain cheesecloth, linen or clean nylons (like knee highs or cut pantyhose). Certain ingredients act as natural moth repellents including dried lavender, cloves, rosemary, mint, thyme, cinnamon sticks, eucalyptus, peppercorns, and cedar. All you need to do is fill the fabric pouch, cheesecloth, linen, or nylons with you repellent of choice. You will leave it where ever you would use

Nature is restorative: A walk in the woods or on the beach can do wonders for your mental and physical well-being. Even the tiniest dose of greenery—in the form of a houseplant, for example—can bestow special benefits on the beholder. Read on to learn which houseplants contain hidden healing power.

Thyme is one herb you want in your kitchen, medicine cabinet and garden and heres why

Valerian is an herb that's been used in traditional medicine for centuries and is still known for its calming effects even today. It's very tough and easy to grow, earning it a place in plenty of medi

This healing salve with lavender uses flower-infused oil from fresh or dried flowers. It is healing, soothing, and can help with sleep.

Now that summer is in full swing you may find yourself wanting to enjoy your outdoor spaces. Perhaps you like to swim, hike, garden, boat or just sit under a tree and read a book.

Let's talk how to grow and use Valerian. Valerian, a prolific perrenial herb sometimes referred to as "garden heliotrope", may be the sweetest smelling herb you can grow. The true beauty, however, of this flowering herb rests in its roots.

These plants and flowers don't just smell wonderful—they're also said to have healing properties. Learn why it's it's good to grow a bounty of fennel, sage, and other fragrant plants...

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From marijuana to catnip, there are hundreds of common herbs, flowers, berries and plants that serve all kinds of important medicinal and health purposes.

Don't throw out those basil flowers you prune off of your plants to encourage leaf production. They're good for lots of things.

Pineapple weed, also known as wild chamomile, is easy to forage for. It is a common plant that is edible and had many medicinal benefits!

When we hear the words ‘spring’ and ‘summer’, most people think about spending time outdoors, having picnics, or grilling out for family and friends. Unfortunately, such outdoor activities attract one of life’s little irritations –

Having an outdoor garden is always a great idea. That personal front yard/backyard garden not only emphasizes the aesthetic beauty of your house but also becomes your personal space to introspect. You can relax in the lap of nature for as long as you like when you have a colorful outdoor garden. But how about

Valerian Root, cut and sifted, Organic | Valeriana officinalis | Packaged in a resealable food safe bag Valerian is a perennial flowering plant and is found throughout Europe, the United States, and Japan. While the fresh plant has very little odor, once dried the root forms isovaleric acid which causes its pungent smell. Other names: Ail-Heal, Amantilla. Setwall, Setewale. Capon's Tail, Heliotrope, Vandal Root For an infusion: Pour 8oz just boiled water over 1 teaspoon herb. Let steep 15 minutes before drinking. For tincture: 1 part dried herb to 6 parts spirit to 9 parts filtered water. Warning: Not recommeded if pregnant, may become pregnant, or nursing. Store in a cool, dry place. About us From its humble inception, Little Woods has grown into a thriving online and retail business. Come sample one of our original blended teas or stock up on culinary and medicinal herbs for your pantry. We are on a path of discovery that continues everyday and our greatest joy is to learn from and share with our community. Order Fullfillment Time Line All orders placed before 2:00pm Central Time, Monday through Friday are typically processed and shipped within 2 business days, though major holidays may delay us a little. Packaging We use bpa free, fda certified food safe resealable bags to package all of our products. NOTE: Information on the traditional uses and properties of herbs are provided on this site is for educational use only, and is not intended as medical advice. Every attempt has been made for accuracy, but none is guaranteed. Many traditional uses and properties of herbs have not been validated by the FDA. If you have any serious health concerns, you should always check with your health care practitioner before self-administering herbs.

The benefits of lemon balm, a natural flower and powerful herbal supplement, include supporting thyroid health and promoting normal blood sugar.

In an exclusive interview with Health Digest, a registered dietitian shares which herb you'll want to include in your diet for better healing during sleep.

Wild plants,herbs and botanicals are growing everywhere in spring. Many of the wild plants in your yard have healing properties.

The other day I did a post on The Chocolate Garden that included Chocolate Mint. Who wouldn't want a garden that looks and smells like chocolate? I also did a post a few weeks ago on Chocolate Ice Tea that included chocolate mint (peppermint). Chocolate Mint is very easy to grow, although it can become invasive, as most mints. Keep it in a pot by the kitchen door, and you'll be a happy camper. Lots of uses. So naturally I was excited when I picked up the latest issue of Sunset Magazine (July 2011), one of my favorite magazines for design, food and gardening, and there was an entire article on Chocolate Mint. Be sure and read the entire article in Sunset with recipes for Chocolate Mint Pots de Creme, Grilled Lamb with chocolate mint salsa, and Moroccan Chocolate Mint Tea. Don't expect the mint to taste as intense as a piece of chocolate. The chocolate part is very, very subtle, but the mint is strong and different from the usual mint you might find at the market. So here's the Sunset Recipe for Chocolate Mint Pots de Creme. You can make this ahead, so you have time to relax before your 'garden' party! And, since tomorrow is National Pudding Day, and Pots de Creme is really just a version of pudding, you should consider making Chocolate Mint Pots de Creme. YUM! CHOCOLATE MINT POTS DE CREME One of the hints from Sunset is to add all cream instead of half milk and half cream. Yes, it makes it so much richer! I've changed the recipe below. If you really love chocolate (you're reading this blog, so you must!), add a bit more chocolate on top! Ingredients 4 cups heavy cream 3 ounces (3 big handfuls) chocolate mint sprigs, plus leaves for garnish 1 cup sugar 8 large egg yolks Sweetened whipped cream 3/4 cup dark chocolate shavings Preparation 1. Heat together cream and mint in a medium pot over medium heat until mixture starts to simmer. Remove from heat, cover, and let steep about 2 hours. 2. Preheat oven to 300°. Set 8 ramekins (4 oz. each) in a large roasting pan or baking dish. 3. Reheat cream mixture to a simmer; strain into a medium bowl. Whisk together sugar and yolks in a large bowl. Slowly add cream to yolk mixture, whisking constantly. 4. Pour mixture into ramekins, dividing evenly. Fill pan with hot water until it reaches halfway up sides of ramekins. 5. Cover pan with foil and bake until custards are set and jiggle only slightly in the center, about 30 minutes. Remove from oven and let sit in hot water 30 minutes. Transfer ramekins to a baking sheet, cover, and chill at least 2 hours and up to 3 days. 6. Serve with whipped cream, fresh mint leaves, and chocolate shavings. Photo: Thomas J. Story, Sunset