Herb Profiles

Yarrow

December 31, 2020

Yarrow is a perennial that grows wild here in Maine and many other places as well. Before buying the farm, when we looked at it, I remember feeling so happy and safe seeing all the wild yarrow on the land. I like to use yarrow energetically in the form of flower essence, infused oil, hydrosol and as a balm for protection, keeping clear boundaries and not taking on the energies of others. We harvest the flowers and leaves throughout the summer when they’re most vital and dry for teas, oils and tinctures. This is a great herb to use at the onset of a cold or flu. Yarrow can be beneficial for people dealing with IBS, Crohn’s, colitis, leaky gut and SIBO. It’s useful for heavy menstrual bleeding and cramping, and I use it topically for bruises and sprains.

Yellow Dock

December 21, 2020

Yellow dock is one of the first herbs I worked with. I’ve dealt with anemia my whole life and I remember many years ago making myself a syrup out of yellow dock. Every time I smell this root, I flash back to those younger years of exploration and experimenting. I love the taste and smell of this plant! I use it still in mineral- and iron-supporting syrups and blends. It’s a great herb for the liver and digestive system, and I often use it for digestive support. It can be effective in blends for constipation or daily elimination support. Yellow dock grows wild on the farm and we harvest the roots in the spring and fall. We dry it to use in tea blends, tonics and tinctures.

White Pine

January 21, 2020

It’s no secret. I’m so in love with this tree. My relationship with White Pines started when I was very little and here I am, so many years later, still hiding and climbing its branches. Still running and seeking solace at their base, still burying my face into their bark and needles. This tree has brought me strength and peace throughout my entire life.

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