
Hemp Farming in the High Rockies
Hemp farming in the high Rocky Mountains presents both unique advantages and challenges for growers. The weather is obviously a massive challenge, but what are the benefits, and how do they stack u...

Ayurveda is a holistic system of medicine that originated in India over 3,000 years ago. The term derives from the Sanskrit words ayur (life) and veda (science or knowledge). Thus, Ayurveda transla...

Herbal steams are great tools that help support the immune system and respiratory tract. They are inexpensive, safe, and fun to put together with supplies you probably already have on hand. The her...

Stinging Nettle - Herb Nerd Field Guide
🌿 Herb Nerd Field Guide: Stinging Nettle (Urtica dioica) AKA: Nature’s Nutrient Powerhouse (with a bite) If there were an herb with both mythological swagger and scientifically-backed superpowers, ...

Slippery Elm - Herb Nerd Field Guide
Slippery elm is a deciduous tree native to North America and is commonly used for its medicinal properties. The inner bark of the slippery elm tree is rich in mucilage, a gel-like substance that be...

Mormon Tea (Ephedra nevadensis) - Herb Nerd Field Guide
Ephedra is a family of low-growing desert shrubs with a long history of medicinal use. Chinese Ephedra (Ephedra sinensis) or Ma Huang has been used in TCM for over 3,000 years and appears in the ea...
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