Welcome to the Growing Up Herbal Journal where you'll find information on herbal education, recipes, tutorials, natural living tips and tricks, and behind the scenes glimpses of how I live life naturally.
I don’t know about you, but I love setting a list of to-dos for myself each month as a way to give myself something to look forward to and keep me motivated when I’m feeling […]
While many folks are happy to recognize September 1st as the beginning of autumn, others hold fast to the official first day of fall being September 23rd, the Autumn Equinox. Either way, the Autumn Equinox is a day that has been recognized and celebrated throughout history. Today, I’d like to dig into that a bit […]
If you’re looking for a festive seasonal project that doesn’t take much creativity or effort, making a goldenrod blessing broom may be just the thing for you.Goldenrod blessing brooms are exactly what they sound like […]
People mistakenly assume that summer is the only fun season of the year. That couldn’t be further from the truth, though. Whether you’re feeling down because summer is almost over or can’t wait for autumn, I’ve got the perfect idea for you. Writing down your autumn bucket list is the best way to get into […]
Who’s ready for our first seasonal challenge? I know I am. Now, if you’re anything like me, you probably have a lot going on in your life, and having a lot of time-consuming to-dos on […]
As an herbalist who’s done her fair share of herbal study over the years and a homeschool mom who teaches her four boys at home every single day, I’ve learned a thing or two about good study habits. Here are 5 top-notch herbal study tips that I’ve found extremely helpful when it comes to making […]
Are you interested in learning how to use plants to support your health in as natural a way as possible — plants that grow in your backyard or in the forest behind your home or can be found in the local herb shop? If so, here's how you can become an herbalist!