...dried seed heads find their way into wreaths and winter arrangements. There is something quietly sacred about a plant that offers itself so completely. As I get older, I’ve noticed...
...you, and are a formative form of media in many children’s growth. And one thing I have noticed about reading children’s books is how often they reference herbal plants, both...
...dishes. Once established, ashitaba is a rewarding plant that continues to produce new growth with regular harvesting. Fish Mint (Houttuynia cordata) Fish mint is one of those herbs that people...
...herbs work in the body—as well as cinnamon and nutmeg. Sharpen your herbal knowledge and interest by joining this group. You are invited to join any (or all) of the...
...of celery. No one noticed the nearby serpent, who bit Opheltes, killing him. The herb parsley grew from his blood. Funeral games were held in Opheltes’s honor and became the...
January 19, 2026 | By Tina Marie Wilcox & Susan Belsinger
Bright orange turmeric rhizomes ready to cook with—or plant. Turmeric (Curcuma longa) is a member of the Zingiberaceae family and an exotic tropical herb that we love to grow and...
...too much. Adding lavender to sweet, savory, or beverage recipes will elevate your cooking experience to next level cuisine. While lavender is a more delicate flavor than its minty counterparts,...
As is our pattern this time of year, we’d like to express our gratitude for the many Herb Society of America Blog readers all over the world. Our goal is...