Herbal Tips for After-Sun Skin Care
As plant lovers, the peak days of summer are what dreams are made of. We wait all year for this season of abundance when the plants we love are blooming,...
As plant lovers, the peak days of summer are what dreams are made of. We wait all year for this season of abundance when the plants we love are blooming,...
Whether you’re looking to support your cardiovascular system or to cool down, a chilled glass of hibiscus tea can help.* Its rich crimson color, and slightly sweet and tangy flavor,...
Naturally sweetened and filled with herbs to support an active body, this plant-based protein shake makes for a pre- or post-workout treat that you can look forward to. When we...
Hey there new momma, you’ve got a lot on your plate right now, and worrying about your breastmilk supply need not be one of them. By bringing herbs traditionally used...
It is nearly impossible to list all of the benefits plants offer. During this time of tumult, we invite you to lean into the power of plants in all forms....
Our herbalists will tell you, there’s truly an herb for everything. Whether a flower essence is used at an energetic level or a strongly-brewed tea is recommended for a specific...
With spring approaching, it is the perfect time to renew and refresh our best and most beautiful selves. Our daily rituals and routines offer a luxurious moment of calm, self-love,...
Tonic herbalism is all about taking the simple initiative every day to care for your well-being. While many of us think about our health only when something goes awry, traditional...
The intoxicating fragrance of jasmine on a warm summer’s night, the alluring hues of wild roses, borage and calendula, and the juicy sweetness of a fully ripe peach are all...
As we shift from the holiday season, it is an excellent time to take a few days to simplify, clear and pave the way to receive the bounty of the...
Schisandr-wha?! Schisandra berry hails from wild, lush, and mountainous regions throughout China, and this vining plant is steadily climbing in popularity. While it may seem unusual to folks here in...
The holiday season is upon us. As we decorate, plan our meals, and choose gifts, the remnants of ancient traditions still linger in many of our celebrations. The Winter Solstice...
The holidays are steeped in tradition. Many of our favorite holiday recipes feature the taste of herbs and spices with traditions of medicinal use, from warming ginger and cinnamon to...
The sweet, pine-like aroma of blue gum eucalyptus trees has become a defining smell of the California coastline. It reminds us of a carefree drive along Sonoma County country roads,...
For centuries, cultures around the world have revered mushrooms in spiritual ceremonies, as a staple food, and as powerful sources of herbal medicine. With over 1.5 million species identified, only...
Revered for centuries by emperors and poets, healers and sages, reishi is much more than a medicinal mushroom – it is a fungi of divine proportions. Native to tropical and...
From an herbalist’s standpoint, each season is tied to an element or quality within nature. Fall signifies both the end and beginning of a cycle. The end of summer, a...
There’s nothing quite like the refreshing, and nostalgic feeling of drinking a cold lemonade on a hot summer’s day! As herbalists, we are always thinking of creative ways to get...
All year long we dream of wild and sunny summertime camping adventures. As plant people, some of our favorite camping activities include identifying mushrooms, taking pictures of wildflowers, and discovering...
Did you know that wild plants are important ingredients in your food, cosmetics, medicine, and especially close to our hearts – herbal tea? As the demand for natural products continues...
As we welcome the Summer Solstice, the longest day and shortest night of the year, we encourage you to let the ethereal warmth of these summer days fill your heart....
Mamas, we see you. You’re providing every minute of the day, and continually researching the best for your growing family. You’re navigating an uncertain world while offering balance to those...
In the English and European Victorian era, gifting herbs and flowers was used to relay secret messages. When you received a flower bouquet, you would sit down with your dictionary...
As herbalists, we are naturally intrigued by all plants – for their historical use as traditional medicine, but also for art and creativity. We mark the passage of time with...