Herbs and Gardens of Ancient Egypt Last month archaeologists from the Spanish National Research Council discovered an ancient funerary garden while excavating near Luxor in Egypt. The garden is thought to …
Herbs and Gardens of Ancient Egypt – a new discovery
Elderflower Cordial, Wine or Liqueur ?
Elderflower Cordial, Wine or Liqueur ? Elderflowers are in full beautiful bloom. My mind is currently a spinning wondering what delicacies I can make. Do I opt for more tincture …
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Voodoo and New Orleans Spells with Herbs
Voodoo and New Orleans Spells Some years back I was lucky enough to visit New Orleans. A fabulous fun place of blues and jazz. In addition, and right up my street, there are …
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Outlander Claire Frasers Herbal Knowledge
Outlander Claire Frasers Herbal Knowledge Twenty years ago I began reading the Outlander series of books. Helen DuFriend, an American friend and work colleague, was engrossed in the Outlander books. She …
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Aude Arboretum
Aude Arboretum Trees, Trees and more Trees I discovered a fabulous arboretum last weekend. There were some fascinating native and introduced species. As an added bonus it is not too far …
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Herbal Fables and AnecdotesMoroccan Spice Souks and Medicinal Herbs
Visiting Morocco Whenever I visit a new place I am always keen to see or learn about their use of herbs and spices. Introduction to Moroccan tea… My first Moroccan introduction …
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Jardin des Plantes de Montpellier
Oldest Botanical Garden in France On Sunday I visited Montpellier. Montpellier is within the Languedoc region in the département de l’Hérault, near the Mediterranean. During my visit to this corner of the …
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A little change from l’Aude…
A little change from l’Aude Road Trip to UK I haven’t written a post for a couple of weeks. I have been away on a bit of a road trip. …
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Favourite Flower Poll: Which is Your Favourite?
So which flower is your favourite? Back in July I posted the following four flower images on Facebook asking for a favourite. It was really interesting to read the responses. and …
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Choosing Wildflowers Identification Keys or Guide Books
Choosing a Guidebook to Identify Wildflowers and Medicinal Plants I have been asked a few times on herb walks for the best guidebook to help identify wildflowers and/or medicinal plants. …
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