Herbs in Profile - The Herb Society

Herbs in Profile

While there are well over 100 species of mint across all the cultivars and hybrids we may have in gardens...

Herbs in Profile

Reflections on growing the many forms of lavender, from our corporate member, Hooksgreen Herbs. Few herbs reward the gardener quite...

Herbs in Profile

Hypericums are commonly found in gardens and municipal areas, enjoyed for their big yellow flowers. Sometimes known as the ‘happy...

Herbs in Profile

Words by Kristine de Block There are some plants you learn first from books, with their Latin names and tidy...

Herbs in Profile

Ground never remains bare for long, nature will soon move in. One of the first trees to establish itself...

Herbs in Profile

Wander through the woods and among the sleeping giants of our deciduous forests, the green that gives us hope of...

Herbs in Profile

As we bring trees into our homes over the festive period, its good to recognise the many gifts they offer,...

Herbs in Profile

Mugwort, Artemisia vulgaris When running a herb stall at the market, I’m often asked for mugwort, she is a much...

Herbs in Profile

Lavender is one of the most quintessential plants in an english herb garden, and deployed way beyond the herb garden...

Herbs in Profile

Words by Vivienne Campbell of the Herbal Hub Meadowsweet, Filipendula ulmaria Meadowsweet is usually in flower for the two summer...

Herbs in Profile

The name ‘lime’ evolved from Middle English word ‘lind’. Now commonly referred to as Lime trees, and valued for their...

Herbs in Profile

A seasonal reflection for Mental Health Awareness Week Words by Lynn Shore, the Urban Forager and Herb Society Ambassador Mental...

Herbs in Profile

Among the many recommendations for seasonal herbs in our recent newsletter, bay was a popular choice. It has been much...

Herbs in Profile

In this season of remembrance, we’re taking a look at a herb that has become renowned with enhancing memory and...

Cooking with Herbs

Herb Society member Ronnie got in touch with the blog to ask about her sage plant. A simple question I...