Herbs for Canadian homes and gardens
Grow it. Dry it. Brew it.
Simple, honest guides to growing and using herbs through Canadian seasons, plus garden seeds and handmade goods.
Popular guides
Starting a Herb Garden in Containers
Grow herbs on a balcony or patio. Pot sizes, soil, sun and easy combinations for a Canadian summer.
Essential Oil Safety Basics
How to use essential oils safely at home, including dilution, children, pets and why you should not swallow them.
Elderberries: How to Use Them Safely
Why elderberries must be cooked, which parts to avoid, and how to use them in syrup, jam and tea.
How to Harvest and Use Rose Hips
When to pick rose hips in Canada, how to prepare them safely, and how to use them in tea and jelly.
Growing Coriander, Methi and Curry Leaf in Canada
How to grow the herbs used in Indian cooking in Canada, including coriander, methi, mint and curry leaf.
Easy Herbal Tea Blends to Make at Home
Simple herbal tea blends to mix at home using mint, lemon balm, rose hips, chamomile and spices.
