Yarrow and Passion vine are happy together and work well for balancing the body. Passion vine is a very effective nervine- helping to calm the system and stop racing/looping thoughts. But, it doesn't provide much for the rest of the body. Yarrow is a great compliment to those properties. Yarrow is a grounding herb, adding balance to the body, improving the circulatory system and improving tissue repair. See the pdf for a tea recipe and more details.

Roses and calendula are both great for pretty skin. Infused oil work well for both, just dehydrate the flowers before adding them to the oil. See the classroom tab for the “how to “ on making infused oils.

These herbs are grouped together based on function and based on the facts that they enjoy the same growing conditions. Comphrey, mullein, calendula, yarrow and dandelion are wonderful herbs for the skin and healing tissues. What herbs do you use for skin ailments?

Yucca Root, Turmeric, and Ginger- a powerful blend for treating inflammation and joint pain

As I get ready for a class on Saturday, I’m thinking about the iced tea I will serve- in wine glasses of course. I’m thinking lemon basil and grapefruit mint- what say you?