libra.gardener rebloggedcalendulacraft (71)in Introduce Yourself • last yearMy (re)Introduction Post ~ a "hello" from Chloe, the person behind Calendula CraftIt is time that I say "hello" again to the wonderful world of Hive! Six months have passed since my original introductory post. And in that time Calendula Craft, the intent of…libra.gardener (63)in HiveGarden • last yearGarden Journal :: rain on the horizonClouds gathered in the mountains this morning as I drank my daily chai tea. This is a welcome sight as it has been a very dry spring so far and the garden has suffered. In my…libra.gardener (63)in Skin & Body Care • last yearHow to make Florida Water :: for health and beauty <Eng/Esp>In modern days Florida Water or Agua Florida is most often used as a ritual tool for spiritual cleansing. Upon searching further I found that Agua Florida has a much longer…libra.gardener (63)in HiveGarden • last yearThe Greens :: and other tasks of the cold monthsA oasis of edible food and herbal medicine surround me. I find refuge under the branches of fig and oak while visiting the city. Constant noise can easily overwhelm me and I find myself hiding out ...libra.gardener (63)in Skin & Body Care • last yearMatcha :: a green powder with skin healing powers <Eng/Esp>From the Chinese herb Camilllia sinensis (commonly known as the tea plant) we get the vibrantly green powder called Matcha. Unlike other forms of green or black tea, matcha is…libra.gardener (63)in HiveGarden • last yearQuick Greens :: my travel garden journalHowever short the trip, I cannot help but bring the garden with me wherever I go. The packets of seeds I had planned to start a sprouts garden with were rejected by customs…libra.gardener (63)in Natural Medicine • last yearEvolving our Craft :: my favorite resources for budding herbalists (part 1)Real life practical experience is of upmost importance to becoming an herbalist. Today, however, I wanted to share the books that have accompanied my journey as a gardener and herbalist. libra.gardener (63)in Skin & Body Care • last yearNatural Skin Care :: healing with Roses <Eng&Esp>Each spring I get much joy to see to see the rose blossoms forming and to collect them in their variety of colors. Besides being a beloved ornamental plant, roses are medicinal…libra.gardener (63)in HiveGarden • last yearHappy Harvesting :: my october garden journalFava beans, giant leaves of swiss chard, and an abundance of microgreens have been the blessings of spring so far. I spent the September solstice (which is also my birthday)…libra.gardener (63)in DIYHub • last yearSprouts :: a DIY guide to growing an indoor gardenWe have all seen sprouts in healthy food stores or decorating delicate meals in trendy restaurants. But, have you ever tried growing them yourself?libra.gardener (63)in Natural Medicine • last yearHerbalist Diary :: The Medicine of Hawthorn TreesFew herbs are so steeped in folklore as the Hawthorn. In fact, Hawthorn is only one of the many names for this mythical tree. It was the mythology of this tree that attracted me ...libra.gardener (63)in Skin & Body Care • last yearNatural Skin Care :: healing with Aloe vera <Eng&Esp>Aloe vera is a succulent plants from southern Africa and is now easily grown all over the world for cosmetic and healing properties. The sap found inside the leaves is moisturizing and astringent ...libra.gardener (63)in The Herbal Hive • last yearDried Herbs :: diary of an herbalist in winterThe wheel of the year is turning and each day we inch towards the start of spring. Still, nights are cold and days are dry before the spring rains arrive. The garden is being…libra.gardener (63)in The Herbal Hive • last yearEchinacea :: herbal properties and how to grow in your gardenCertain plants have captured the attention of herbalists worldwide and are now an indispensable member of the modern herbal apothecary. Such an herb is Echinacea, also known as…libra.gardener (63)in HiveGarden • last yearSacred Garden Journal :: my practical and spiritual preparation for springHappy start of August and full moon to all! The first days of August mark the halfway point between the winter solstice and spring equinox and is when I start doing a bit of "pre-spring" cleaning.libra.gardener (63)in Natural Medicine • 2 years agoCitrus Season : or : when your favorite herb is really a fruitHello Natural Medicine community! I wanted to introduce myself here with my first ever post -- about a very special "herb" of the season. libra.gardener (63)in HiveGarden • 2 years agoSpiral GardensMid-winter tends to be a time of rest in the garden. However, after a recent trip to visit home in the northern hemisphere, I returned to Argentina with summer energy. libra.gardener (63)in HiveGarden • 2 years agoWinter Garden Journal : composting, mulching, and some harvests too.Back again in Argentina I am reconnecting with my herb and greens garden that my partner so graciously kept watered while I was away these past couple of months. During the month…libra.gardener (63)in HiveGarden • 2 years agoGarden Structures Made With Earth!Each garden location comes with its own challenges, from erosion to pests and beyond. In this little mountain garden our main challenge is protecting our herbs from the local herd of deer and to keep seasonallibra.gardener (63)in HiveGarden • 2 years agoThe Magic and Beauty Of Floral Arrangements We plant a garden of flowers for the local bees and butterflies. We grow flowers for their medicine and beauty. And as a natural artist, part of my practice includes using the…
