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Making my herb Christmas Presents: Lavender Bags and Lavender/Herb pillows(1) |
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By herbalexpert on
11/18/2006 3:41 PM
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Though I’ve not finished in the garden (there is still stuff to tidy, and with only one frost I can still cut some herbs) I’m now planning to make a number of different stocking fillers and better using my fresh and dried herbs. The good thing about this choice is that it is simple enough for my four year old grand daughter to help make. They can be made of all sizes, but not only do they smell nice in your bedroom, they also make your clothes in drawer or hanging smell nice, repel insects and lift your mood.
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Dust Mite allergies – getting rid of dust mites |
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By herbalexpert on
11/7/2006 1:15 PM
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House dust mites have been recognised as a major source of allergen. Three members of my family are seriously affected. Because we have wall-to-wall carpets, soft furnishings, and central heating in our homes, the density of house dust mites in our homes has increased dramatically. Over 80% of young adults and children with asthma are hypersensitive to its allergens. I’ve been finding out some facts about this.
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October -the last of the growing herbs in the garden |
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By herbalexpert on
10/12/2006 1:15 PM
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I have clumps of marjoram which was late seeding all over the garden – this is too late to flower which means I have some nice fresh leaves which I will make infused oil with. The same for Lemon Balm. I have also a range of other herbs which I am still able to cut fresh – and will probably be able to do so for a little time yet. I am also still picking strawberries and I have a few late ripening raspberries.
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Borage – getting ready for harvesting flowers and then seeds |
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By herbalexpert on
9/21/2006 11:39 AM
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I have steadily been increasing the number of Borage plants I grow – I have to admit this is because of the incredibly beautiful blue of the flowers, though of late I’ve quite liked the odd cup of Borage tea after gardening. I like to use the dried flowers in pot-pourri, also.
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Harvesting Herbs in September 06 |
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By herbalexpert on
9/14/2006 9:17 AM
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Its raining today so I’ve time just to note what I’ve been harvesting and which herbs are still to harvest in the garden. This includes the leaves, flowers, petals, fruits and seeds of herbs I’m going to store or to use for remedies or cooking. Among those I’ve taken from the garden in the past week are marigolds, nasturtiums, borage, marjoram, blueberries, blackberries and there are still considerable amounts of herbs yet to come.
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Herbal remedy for Dandruff |
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By herbalexpert on
9/1/2006 12:44 PM
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In dandruff-free hair the skin cells renew every 21 days and migrate to the surface. Dandruff means that they are being replaced in about 10 days and build up on the scalp in clumps. Oily hair and yeast infections may cause this and if its mild, there are herbal home remedies to sort it out. Severe attacks of seborrhoeic dermatitis – inflammation of the oil glands – should be takento the doctor or chemist. Herbal remedies can work either topically from the outside or the inside.
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Hyssop – useful but hard to grow |
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By herbalexpert on
8/30/2006 9:55 AM
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I’m trying to grow Hyssop yet again – the plant looks wonderful (mine has pinky flowers) but I’ve not yet managed to get it to live over a cold winter. I’ll make the most of it in case it goes again – I’ll dry the leaves but also will use some right now for my son’s bad cold. Not only can it be used as a home remedy it can also be used for a flavouring in cooking (though I’ve not tried it yet) and it can be used as a green dye, I believe.
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Making a Marigold Salve (1) Making Marigold oil. |
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By herbalexpert on
8/27/2006 11:11 AM
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I am planning to make a Marigold Salve, so I have been harvesting the Mariglod petals from the garden after the latest hot spell before the rain spoiled them – but also leaving enough flower heads to give seeds for next year. I have also got some almond oil and ordered beeswax off the internet – you’ll probably have difficulty getting it locally, but its cheaper online, anyway. I will also order some more almond oil as its much cheaper, though you have to buy quite large quantities.
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