by Spiraea Herbs | May 24, 2017 | Herbalism, Materia Medica
I simply love using Viola in my herbal clinic. However I often have trouble finding enough of it in the wild to sustainably wild-harvest. However my front yard is quite shady and thanks to the shade almost the entire lawn is covered in blue violets. This year I was...
by Spiraea Herbs | Jan 11, 2017 | Cold and Flu, DIY Herbal, Herbal Basics, Herbal Kids, Herbalism, Natural Health
The first blog post of 2017 folks! For those who have been following me for a while now, welcome back my friends. For new faces, many herbal blessings and greetings. I can think of no better way to ring in the New Year on this blog than by teaching you how to make one...
by Spiraea Herbs | Dec 29, 2016 | Basics, Chickens, Clinic & Business, DIY Projects, Herbalism, Homesteading, Managing Your Homestead
With 2017 fast approaching we’re working hard on setting our goals for the upcoming year. Whenever I’m setting new intentions and goals I always take a few moments to look back at my past goals and dreams. After reviewing my goals for 2016 I quickly...
by Spiraea Herbs | Dec 6, 2016 | Basics, Chickens, Clinic & Business, Crafting & Crocheting, Herbalism, Homesteading, Managing Your Homestead
I’ve had a few folks ask me what my days are like and my answer is usually “busy”! It’s true that I like to keep myself busy and there is no better way to do this than to run both a homestead and herbal clinic/business out of your home. So...
by Spiraea Herbs | Oct 18, 2016 | Herbalism, Spirituality
In the early years of our formal education we are often asked “what do you want to be when you grow up?” Depending on the age of the child, typical answers range from doctor or dentist to firefighter or astronaut. Fast forward many years and you are likely...