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Rosemary

Rosmarinus officinalis Do not cut more than 20% of plant at one time. For drying, cut before it flowers. Dry in bags. Strip leaves from stem when dry. Uses: Prevents breakdown of acetylcholine in brain cells thus prevents Alzheimer’s disease, … Continue reading

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Rosemary

“Smell it oft and it shall keep thee young.” Bancke’s Herbal

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Paradise

What was Paradise? but a garden, an orchard of trees and herbs, full of pleasure, and nothing there but delights. ~ William Lawson

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Lemon Mint Patch

Mint (Lemon Balm) Melissa officinalis.  Melissa is Greek for ‘honey bee.’ This mint is all over our acreage in lovely green clumps almost year round.  It has small white flowers full of nectar during the summer. Makes wonderful herbal tea, … Continue reading

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Rosemary in Bloom

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Herb Bed Waking Up

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