Northwest winters can be long, wet and gray. A little burst of summer could be just what I need... Bright yellow petals open in a small, five-pointed star and fuzzy stamens wave; St. John's wort blooms at the height of the summer...

Plants of the heart, silky and fragrant, roses have been a symbol of love throughout the ages, ever-ready to offer their healing gifts. You can apply them using a variety of herbal remedies or simply draw in their sweet scent. On days when my heart takes a hit, such a graceful ally is worth keeping on hand.

They know it's spring with that first nettle sting. Feel their slow winter energy begin to stir when nettle announces the shift of season with its signature "Wake Up!" call....

Sometimes I get tired of doing what's "good for me" — never mind encouraging my reluctant family to follow suit. But this spring, health and fun are about to join forces...

Garlic, Allium sativum of the family Liliaceae, is one of the most extensively studied and common herbs. Herbalist Juliette de Bairacli Levy proclaims it "one of the few herbs found useful for all disorders of the human body."

After writing Polishing Stone's last issue's article on Motherwort, I was asked to write a regular herbal column, and I am excited for the opportunity to share what I have learned about plants with you. I am being mentored in the Wise Woman Tradition, and it has given me a whole new way of viewing the world — health and healing in particular...

Easy to make and wonderfully warming, this winter drink was brought to us by Sally King, Director of RavenCroft Garden. Long after the heat of your steaming mug dissipates, ginger will provide you with warmth that lasts...

Plants of the heart, silky and fragrant, roses have been a symbol of love throughout the ages, ever-ready to offer their healing gifts. You can apply them using a variety of herbal remedies or simply draw in their sweet scent. On days when my heart takes a hit, such a graceful ally is worth keeping on hand....