Growing & Harvesting Herbs | Seasonal Guides from Usk Valley Herbs
Why July is the Perfect Time to Harvest Lavender
There are certain moments in the year that only last a week or two, maybe a month at best. The elderflowers fade almost as quickly as they appear. The first...
Why July is the Perfect Time to Harvest Lavender
There are certain moments in the year that only last a week or two, maybe a month at best. The elderflowers fade almost as quickly as they appear. The first...
From the Apothecary: Dandelion
The weed everyone tries to eradicate is one of the apothecary's oldest friends. A simple dandelion-infused oil and salve recipe, foraging guide, and the story behind why we use dandelion...
From the Apothecary: Dandelion
The weed everyone tries to eradicate is one of the apothecary's oldest friends. A simple dandelion-infused oil and salve recipe, foraging guide, and the story behind why we use dandelion...
From the Apothecary: Nettle
Yes, those nettles. Dried, powdered, or steeped in hot water, they won't sting — and they're one of the most useful plants in the British apothecary. A simple hair rinse...
From the Apothecary: Nettle
Yes, those nettles. Dried, powdered, or steeped in hot water, they won't sting — and they're one of the most useful plants in the British apothecary. A simple hair rinse...
From the Apothecary: Borage
Borage is one of the herb garden's best-kept secrets — vivid blue flowers, brilliant for pollinators, and a seed oil that's one of the richest plant sources of GLA for...
From the Apothecary: Borage
Borage is one of the herb garden's best-kept secrets — vivid blue flowers, brilliant for pollinators, and a seed oil that's one of the richest plant sources of GLA for...
From the Apothecary: Lavender
Lavender is one of the most useful herbs in the apothecary — for skin, bath, and home. Here's a simple lavender balm recipe to make at home, plus growing tips...
From the Apothecary: Lavender
Lavender is one of the most useful herbs in the apothecary — for skin, bath, and home. Here's a simple lavender balm recipe to make at home, plus growing tips...
From the Apothecary: Lemon Verbena
Lemon verbena has one of the most beautiful scents in the herb garden — and it's just as useful in the apothecary. A simple facial toner recipe, bath herb idea,...
From the Apothecary: Lemon Verbena
Lemon verbena has one of the most beautiful scents in the herb garden — and it's just as useful in the apothecary. A simple facial toner recipe, bath herb idea,...