Correspondence of Lughnasadh, Lammas, First Harvest

The plants & herbs associated with Lammas Lughnasadh are: All Grains, Apples, Grapes, Heather, Blackberries, Sloe, Crab Apples, Pears, hollyhocks. sunflower, oak, acacia, ginseng, beets, parsnips, carrots, onions, cabbage,Aloes, Rose, Sandalwood, frankincense,ash, camphor, caraway, fern, geranium, juniper, mandrake, marjoram, thyme Colors associated with Lammas Lugnasadh are: red, orange, gold, yellow, brown, bronze. Stones associated … Continue reading Correspondence of Lughnasadh, Lammas, First Harvest

Harvesting Herbs II: Drying Herbs

Harvesting of herbs and flowers is an activity that can involve the whole family. In our previous post we looked at Harvesting Herbs and hang drying as one of the ways of preserving the herbs you harvest. Drying is the time-honored method of preserving most flowers and leaves. In this article we will explore a few more … Continue reading Harvesting Herbs II: Drying Herbs

Harvesting Herbs

Harvesting Herbs a traditional summer activity Harvesting herbs is a traditional summer activities. With Boline, sharp knife, or strong sharp scissors, basket, small paper bags and a marker you are ready to go out to your garden or to the wilds and begin harvesting herbs. This is the time to harvest herbs for preservation. With most herbs harvesting … Continue reading Harvesting Herbs

Saffron is one of the worlds oldest and most expensive herbs

The botanical name for saffron is Crocus Sativus and saffron is the stamen parts of the crocus. It is probably the world’s most expensive spice: it takes around 70000 flowers to make one pound of saffron. Saffron is a spice which can be added to food and is available in grocery stores. It is … Continue reading Saffron is one of the worlds oldest and most expensive herbs