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Staunch Yarrow: the Military Herb
The history, folklore, and uses of yarrow.
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Yarrow (Achillea millefolium)
Yarrow, which blooms at the height of summer, is a hot-weather plant that can treat wounds instantly and help cool down the body, just as it lowers winter fevers.
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In-between Months, Odds and Ends, and Ubiquitous Yarrow
September's one of those in-between months, in my opinion. While it has a lot to do with the end of meteor shower season, the longer shadows and shortening days, ripening apples, and garden harvests, I think it goes all the way back to grade school. September was the end of summer; it was the beginning of another school year. An in-between month. A lot of stuff gets unnoticed during in-between months. Even something like Yarrow.
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Plan Now for Spring Gardens
It may be warm outside now, and the temptation to stay inside where it's cool almost overwhelming. Use some downtime to plan your spring bloom garden.
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The History and Culture of Yarrow
From the Trojan War to the Civil War, yarrow has been used to heal wounds. Today, herbalists and homeopathics focus on the anti-inflammatory properties of the herb.
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Theme Colored Combinations for your Garden
Examples of single colours, and harmonised and contrasting colour combinations.
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Yarrow
Learn why this herb earned the nickname of "nosebleed."
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Yarrow for Weight Loss, PMS
This perennial herb offers many health benefits, especially for women with weight and menstrual issues.
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Garden Biodynamically, I
Biodynamics (BD) is an advanced form of organic gardening. Integrate crops, nutrient recycle, soil and plant health and the gardener in a holistic manner. Written by Geoffrey Ian Miller.
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Growing Herbs in Containers: Light, Life Cycles, & Propagation
Lists of herbs that can be grown in containers, with info about their light needs, life cycles, and best methods of propagation.
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Yarrow
Yarrow is an herb that deserves more attention and research. Read about its uses, growing, and propagating.
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Bad Bugs? Good Plants!
Insectary plants will attract beneficial insects and help you control unwanted garden pests.
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Butterfly Gardening
Talks about butterfly gardens. Provides excellent links to information about other areas within the North American continent.
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Colorful Containers for Fall
Try these colorful fall container combinations to extend the beauty of your garden up to, and possibly through, the winter months.
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A Garden of Helpful Herbs
Herb Gardening is a bi-weekly column on growing, harvesting herbs; culinary, medicinal and crafting uses.
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Perennials for Potpourri
Potpourri is an ancient craft that uses dried flowers and plant materials to create lovely scented mixtures. Why not extend and preserve your garden's beauty and fragrance through potpourri?
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Plant Some Aromatic Herbs To Attract Butterflies!
Planting a variety of aromatic herbs will attract many butterflies to your garden. Read about which herbs certain butterflies will seek out as "host plants" for their baby caterpillars.
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Yearning for Yarrow
Yarrow is one of those herbs you're sure to find in gardens, either hated or cultivated! I, of course, am all for the cultivated manner, as Yarrow is one of nature's best medicines for body and spirit, and your other plants! Read on...
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Be Your Own Herbal Expert - Part 6
Continuing the Be Your Own Herbal Expert Series - here we explore fresh infused oils, ointments, salves and lip balms, essential oils and herbal pestos.
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Be Your Own Herbal Expert - Part 4
Continuing the Be Your Own Herbal Expert series, this article looks at making tinctures.
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Worried About Anthrax? Strengthen Your Immune System
What if diseases like anthrax, smallpox and plague were released in your home town or your place of work? Is there anything you can do now to prepare yourself and improve your chances of survival? Herbalist Susun Weed discusses herbs and home remedies that you can use now to help avoid infection and build a strong immune system.
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Yarrow
Used to relieve muscle pain, stomach cramps, infections, varicose veins, strengthen intuition. This is one versatile herb!
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