by herbsocietyofamerica | Dec 16, 2024 | Other Research & Education
Every year, my sister and I gather friends and family to celebrate the Winter Solstice at her enchanting log cabin nestled deep in the woods. With its warm brick hearth in the kitchen and the forest and glen stretching endlessly around us, her home always feels like a...
by herbsocietyofamerica | Nov 25, 2024 | Other Research & Education
This time of year, many of us are wrapped up in myriad festive activities. Before we jump headlong into the holiday season, we would like to thank all of our blog readers from around the world and in every nook and cranny where herbs are used and appreciated. We learn...
by herbsocietyofamerica | Nov 18, 2024 | Other Research & Education
This summer, my Girl Scout troop had the amazing chance to visit Zurich, Switzerland, to study sustainability at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology. We dived into energy, waste management, and agriculture. Given Pennsylvania’s rich farming history, I was...
by herbsocietyofamerica | Nov 11, 2024 | General Self Care, Immune and Respiratory Support, Sleep, Relaxation, and Stress Management
Butterfly pea flower (Clitoria ternatea) is a plant where the convergence of science and beauty meet. Butterfly pea is a subtropical plant native to tropical Africa and Eastern Asia. This vibrant, vining plant is not only appreciated for its beautiful yet short lived...
by herbsocietyofamerica | Oct 21, 2024 | Other Research & Education
“Are you Jewish?” I’ve lost count how many times I’ve been (good-naturedly) accosted with these words on a city sidewalk or college quad. The person speaking typically wears a black suit, white button-down, wide-brimmed black hat, and beard. Chances are this man will...