Herb Drying 101 Herb Drying For Beginners The classic picture in most people’s minds of dried herbs has them hanging in bunches from broad wooden beams in a gloriously rustic kitchen. Hanging herbs to dry is one way to go, and if you have a naturally sunny and hot location for them, it should Continue reading
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One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish….
One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish…. They are, sadly, on their way out. A report by the Species Survival Commission, released this past Spring, found that 40 species of fish that live in the Mediterranean could disappear in just a few years due to overfishing, pollution, and habitat deterioration. Additionally, there is a huge kerfuffle Continue reading
Berry Berry Good!
Berry Berry Good! Strawberries have been around more than 2000 years; records show that they were prized in ancient Rome for their medicinal uses. Strawberries are recognized as having more vitamin C than some citrus fruits. They are also high in fiber, folate, potassium, phytonutrients and antioxidants. These antioxidant properties are what is believed to Continue reading
Essential Herbs For Beauty, Health, and Delicious Eating
Essential Herbs For Beauty, Health, and Delicious Eating It’s wonderful to have a year round herbal “pharmacy” for beauty, comfort, and health right at your fingertips. Planting from early Spring to Early Summer is the time to do for outside herbs. If you don’t consider yourself to have a green thumb, then consider that all Continue reading