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Things to Know About Soursop Tea and its Alternatives
While new herbs interest me (and I love to study them) I don’t particularly care for rare ones that are hard to get. I love using herbs that are easily accessible — even better if they grow in my own garden. Licorice root, star anise, turmeric, and chamomile are just a few! Growing herbal medicin...
How to Grow the Best Types of Flowers for Bouquets
Did you know you can make stunning floral arrangements year-round using flowers planted in a cutting garden? Bouquets from homegrown flowers are just as beautiful as those from a store or florist — or, dare we say, even more beautiful? — for a fraction of the cost. We’ve been growing flowers in a...
How to Grow, Harvest, and Use Lilacs
Lilacs are one of the most loved plants for gardeners and herbalists alike. Their flowers — which can range from white to violet, blue, light purple, dark purple, and even a light yellow called Primrose — add a pop of color and charm to any garden or yard. Plus, the flowers also boast medicinal b...
How to Use Saffron: Lussekatter Buns & Beyond
Saffron, often referred to as “red gold,” is one of the world’s most expensive spices! It has been treasured for centuries for its unique flavor, bright color, and impressive health benefits. But, if you’ve never used it before, you’re probably wondering how to use saffron in the first place! ...
How to Care for Turmeric Plants: Grow, Harvest, & Uses
Turmeric has become more well-known over the years with golden milk and turmeric lattes popping up in coffee shops, but we’ve been using this powerful plant for years! Recognizable by its bright orange color when dried and ground, there’s a reason they call it the golden spice. For those of y...
How to Grow, Harvest, and Use a Star Anise Plant
Often found in baked goods, mulling spices, herbal teas, and more, star anise is a versatile and fragrant plant used for centuries in herbalism and cooking. And while you can find it in the supermarket, growing, caring, and harvesting a star anise plant yourself is so much more rewarding. Sta...
Craft Your Own Mulling Spices for Cider, Potpourri, Baking & More
Mulling spices have long been tied to mulled wine, that traditional wintertime beverage we start to see pop up in the colder months. But… what’s a mama to do if she doesn’t want to drink wine but still wants all of the health benefits of these spices? Use them in countless other ways, of course! ...
How to Make Elderberry Syrup (and Ways to Use It!)
We’ve long sung the praises of elderberry here on the blog! We love it in syrup for pancakes, in chia pudding, and even in homemade sea moss gummies. Not only are elderberries delicious, but they also boast numerous medicinal and health benefits. One of the better ways of consuming it is in homem...
The Best Homemade Hot Chocolate Mix Recipe (Dairy-Free & Refined Sugar-Free)
There isn’t much better than a steaming mug of hot chocolate on a chilly day. The issue is that most store-bought mixes can be packed with unhealthy additives, artificial flavors, and who knows what else! Luckily, there are better options. With a little effort, you can create your own homemad...
Starbucks Medicine Ball (Copycat Recipe)
Love the Starbucks® drink popularly referred to as Medicine Ball by customers, but don’t love having to run out to the coffee shop and spend a ton of money on it? You’re speaking our language. While the drink is certainly tasty — and could be helpful if you’re under the weather — it can get a bi...
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