by Spiraea Herbs | Jul 14, 2016 | DIY Herbal, Herbalism
Many years back I was ignorant to the dangers of using DEET containing bug spray. It’s just what you used right? I remember spraying every part of my body with it when I was backpacking through Thailand and it’s what all the backpackers had with them. My...
by Spiraea Herbs | Jul 7, 2016 | DIY Herbal, Herbalism, Homesteading, Recipes
Garlic scape season has arrived here in Ontario and I am so stoked. I’m too old to say stoked aren’t I? Excited?? That’s better… I’m so excited! I’ve purchased garlic scapes from farmers’ markets in the past but I’ve...
by Spiraea Herbs | Jun 29, 2016 | DIY Herbal, Herbalism, Homesteading, Recipes, Wild Food Recipes
Well folks there is no doubt about it; summer is here and with it comes hot humid weather. There is nothing more refreshing than a glass of cold lemonade on a hot day. So I thought I’d share my lavender lemonade recipe with you. Enjoy! Ingredients 1/4 cup of...
by Spiraea Herbs | Jun 7, 2016 | Detoxification, DIY Herbal, Green Living, Herbalism, Natural Health
The hot weather is starting to arrive and with that come more sweating than usual. I love my usual deodorant recipe, but I find it can get a bit irritating for my skin during the summer months, especially if I need to reapply. I decided to try my hand at a liquid...
by Spiraea Herbs | May 12, 2016 | DIY Herbal, Herbal Basics, Herbalism
Have you ever searched for a tincture press? I have and boy oh boy are they ever expensive! I remember when I saw my teacher’s (Michael Vertolli) press for the first time I had dreams of owning one for my very own. Hydraulically powered, this press squeezes out...
by Spiraea Herbs | Apr 20, 2016 | DIY Herbal, Herbal Basics, Herbalism
Sometimes you are in a pinch and you need herbal infused oils right away! While in a perfect world I would make my oils and let them sit for at least 3 months before straining and using them, time isn’t always so friendly. Especially if you discover that all...
