If I could only grow one perennial herb, it would be thyme. Thank goodness nature never imposes a rule like that—beacuse I would miss mint, sage, rosemary, anise hyssop—but still, there’s nothing like sitting in a bed of thyme and running my hands through it, swirling the scent into the air and all around my …
Time for Thyme: how to plant, grow, and use organic thyme Read More »
The first time I ate red clover was as a child at summer camp. My counselor pointed it out, showed us how to pluck a single purple flower from the head, turn it over and suck at the white base. The tiniest drop of sweetness spread over my tongue, and ever since I’ve …
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Dandelions are either revered or reviled. It really depends on who you ask. I grew up delighted at the site of the yellow blooms, often adding them to wildflower bouquets for my mom. My neighbors were not delighted at the site—though I never had to ask them. It was evident in their dandelion-less lawn. As …
Annie McCleary is a teacher, naturalist, and plant lover. She is the founder and director of Wisdom of the Herbs School, an 8 month certification program “that focuses on local wild herbaceous plants, shrubs and trees, sustainable living skills, healthy lifestyle, skillful use of intentionality, and profound connection with Nature.” Many people ask …
Wisdom of the Herbs: an Interview with Annie McCleary Read More »
Summer’s here! With heat and sun comes the increased need for hydration. As a child, my camp counselors often repeated the phrase, “A hydrated cell is a happy cell.” Indeed. Corny as it is, I still abide by that saying. Sometimes, though, I need an extra zip to my water. Adding mint, frozen fruit, and …
