I love using herbal concoctions for my hair, it really makes you feel so much better - and you smell amazing, naturally. And the rinse will help make your hair softer and cleaner, clarifying it of leftover residue from shampoo and conditioner. I have posted recipes before: Rosemary Hair Rinse Herbal Hair Rinses For Every… Continue reading Herbal Hair Rinse For Your Tresses
Tag: Herbs
Going To A Native Plant Sale
With our move at the end of March, I missed out on having anywhere ready to plant in the spring. But with fall looming, I was ready. While this plant sale wasn't for West Virginia - it was held in Northern Virginia, let's be real: Until 1863, it was part of Virginia. So a lot… Continue reading Going To A Native Plant Sale
Visiting The Ranson Community Gardens
The other day, I was in Ranson, West Virginia, and remembered the Ranson Community Gardens, and we poked around to find them. It is behind the local community center, on the edge of town. This past week they had hosted an open house for the new Herb Garden they had put in, but I'll be… Continue reading Visiting The Ranson Community Gardens
Preserving Chamomile For Tea
Last week, I popped into the food co-op closest to us and browsed the bulk-dried herbs and spices. As I walked by, I saw a jar of Chamomile and gasped—$29.99 a pound! The bulk bins are often sourced from Frontier Co-op, a very ethical and real cooperative. For example, you can buy their products in… Continue reading Preserving Chamomile For Tea
How To Grow And Make Paprika
Paprika is a spice that isn't used enough these days. In the mid-century decades, it was the go-to garnishment for your meals. Deviled Eggs without a sprinkle of the orange-red delight? What kind of heathen are you? Of course, back in the 1930s to 70s, it was cutting edge to use paprika. Food wasn't quite… Continue reading How To Grow And Make Paprika