The scent of Bayberry candles is comforting as winter is upon us and the warm glow of candles brings warmth to the heart and home. Bayberry candles are made from the actual berry of the plant (not pictured) while the health benefits come from further down…under the ground, the roots. Candles are made by boiling [...]
This is a Myrrh tree, it is the resin of the tree that has the medicinal properties. It is a favorite medicinal herb of mine. This may not be something that will find it’s way into many gardens in the US as it’s origin is Arabia. Myrrh is available in essential oil form and is [...]
I have enjoyed this pretty plant in my garden, as well as come across it in the wild during “herb walks”. It is not hard to grow, and spreads if it is happy in it’s location. Though native of the Western United States, it can generally be found throughout the country. There is a legend [...]
