Herbal Helpers for Summer





Lavender Lemonade

I'm posting at The Renegade Farmer today.  Stop by to read about my Herbal Treats to Help Beat the Summer Heat. While you're there, don't miss Five Herbs for Safe Summer Skin, a great post by Briscoe White of The Grower's Exchange.

 I'll be posting more recipes and tips for the summer next week ... please share your own with me! 

Eyebright Infusion for Bright Eyes

I’ve been spending way too much time sitting in front of a computer screen this week and my eyes are telling the tale all too well. It is time for me to brew up a batch of Eyebright infusion to give my eyes some rest and refreshment. This is as simple as brewing a cup of  herb tea, but I will post the directions for you anyway.

Eyebright Infusion to Brighten Tired Eyes

2 tablespoons Eyebright herb, dried
1 1/2 cups water

Place herb in a glass or ceramic container (a canning jar works for me).
Bring water to a boil and pour over herb.
Steep 15 minutes.
Strain into a clean container.
Refrigerate until nice and cold.
Dip a clean cloth into the infusion and place over closed eyes. This is a great time to take a short power nap!

To make my Bright Eyes treatment even better, I think I will use Chamomile tea bags instead of a cloth. My eyes feel better just thinking about it!

Be certain to store any leftover infusion in the refrigerator.

A repost from The Renegade Farmer today ... because I am in need of this helpful herb remedy, and thought some of you might be as well. 

Remember Mom

with a gift of rosemary this Mother's Day, more on Rosemary for Remembrance at The Renegade Farmer! 

Happy Mother's Day!

Lemony Herbs

Lemon-scented herbs are at the top of my list of Lovely Things to Grow.  Not only do they smell heavenly, they are very useful in a wide variety of ways. In everything from a simple cup of tea to scenting household cleaners, lemon-scented herbs are a great choice.
 Read more here

Wild Weedy Herbs at The Renegade Farmer

Please drop by The Renegade Farmer to learn about one of my favorite wild weedy herbs this week!

We've been a bit under the weather, but more herbal posts are coming soon.

Blessings,

Catherine

Sage Thoughts

at The Renegade Farmer today!  I'm sharing just a few of the many uses for that fabulous herb, sage.  Please drop by and don't forget to leave a comment and say Hello!  And I'd love it if my fellow herb lovers would share a tip or two of their own about using sage, too! 

Sage Advice ...

at The Renegade Farmer today!  I write twice monthly at The Renegade Farmer, usually discussing herbs in some form or fashion.  I'd love for you to drop by and say Hello. 
The Renegade writers are a great source of information regarding farming of all kinds, whether you work a huge farm or tend a few containers of herbs and veggies on a balcony or windowsill, there is certain to be something of interest to you there.


If you have a favorite culinary use for sage, please share it with me, I'm trying to broaden my horizons with this herb! 
My next post at The Renegade Farmer will feature medicinal and cosmetic recipes using sage, and I will also put those in the Receipts area here at Still Room Herbs for you. 

Until then, I'll leave you with this translation of an old French saying:

'Sage helps the nerves and by its powerful might

Palsy is cured and fever put to flight' .

Sage Advice ...

or just me rambling on about herbs at The Renegade Farmer today!  Please drop by to say Hello and perhaps share a favorite recipe featuring sage with me? 

(image source: Wikipedia)

Simple Stress Relief

Please visit me at The Renegade Farmer for a few simple herb crafts for stress relief and sweet sleep! 

Herb Garden Tea

How about some teas for the garden rather than the gardener?  Please drop by The Renegade Farmer and I'll tell you how I make them!

Dilly Delicious

Please visit me at The Renegade Farmer where I'm talking about growing dill and making Dilly Delicious Herb Vinegar.  Drop by and share your favorite herb vinegar recipe or just say Hi! 

Please Stop By ...

and visit me at The Renegade Farmer where I'm writing about one of my favorite herbs- Lovely Lemon Balm!  You'll find a tasty punch recipe as well as a link to another icy herbal treat, both of which I plan to enjoy in the coming days.  Summer has descended upon Texas, like it or not, and triple digit temps. are coming my way.  You'll find me hiding out inside or under the shade of a tree ... possibly with a nice tall glass of something lemony!

Bright Eyes

I shared my  recipe for a homebrewed Bright Eyes herbal treatment at The Renegade Farmer, please stop by and say Hello! 

Blessings,
Catherine ... who really needs Bright Eyes tonight!

Nettle for Allergy Relief

Allergies giving you trouble? 
Drop by The Reneade Farmer to learn how I make Nettle Vinegar & Honey Allergy Tonic!

Weedy Wonders

I'm discussing chickweed, dandelion and other weedy herbs at The Renegade Farmer today.  Please stop by and say Hello!  Check out the upcoming online beekeeping class while you are there ... sounds like a very interesting opportunity.