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.
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 […]
Did you know that the autumn to winter transition point is roughly October 31st / November 1st? Yep! This seasonal shift is the cross-quarter holiday of All Hallow’s Eve (Samhain) and All Soul’s Day, and it marks the beginning of the winter season. This means the temperatures here in the Northern Hemisphere will continue to […]
If you, like me, want to practice seasonal herbalism, chances are you are currently in the process of stocking your fall apothecary. Today, I want to share 5 herbal syrups from the Growing Up Herbal blog that would make a great addition to your apothecary this season. Before I share these recipes, let me first […]
In this week’s vlog, we’re ticking off another autumn family tradition from our to-do list by visiting Fender’s Farm in historic Jonesborough, Tennessee for some family fun. Fender’s Farm is FULL of fun activities for the family and is the place to visit in East Tennessee if you’re looking to feel all the fall vibes! […]
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!