Herbal Teas

Elder is a legendary tree, long regarded with wonder and respect. In folklore it was said to stand between worlds, its white blossoms and dark berries bridging the realms of earth and sky. In the early Middle Ages, Emperor Charlemagne decreed that Elder... [read more]

Hardy by design ~ this shrub is native to cool forest country from the Russian Far East through parts of China, Korea, and Japan. It tends to live low in mixed woods where the light comes in fragments. Slow-growing and compact, it’s valued... [read more]

Towering and unmistakable, this giant tree can reach 100 to 180 feet tall, sometimes taller. Fossils show Eucalyptus is native to Tasmania and southern Australia where it has been part of the landscape for tens of millions of years. It’s also called Blue... [read more]

Delicate and expressive, Eyebright grows in pastures and meadows throughout Europe. The flower has the appearance of a bloodshot eye with purple stripes and yellow spots. This herb is semi-parasitic and is picky about where it grows ~ having success when... [read more]

Fennel is a tall, aromatic plant native to the Mediterranean region and a member of the carrot family. It grows with hollow stems and fine, threadlike leaves, and produces clusters of small yellow flowers that mature into ridged, yellowish seeds... [read more]

Ancient and steadfast ~ Fenugreek has been cultivated for thousands of years, its name drawn from the Latin for “Greek hay,” a nod to its long presence around the Mediterranean. From there it spread through North Africa and West Asia, becoming a familiar... [read more]

Feverfew is native to Europe and has long since found its way into gardens and meadows across North America. With its small, daisy-like blossoms and strong, herbaceous scent, it’s a plant that stands out in both appearance and aroma. Lemongrass is a... [read more]

Slow and steady, Ginger root dwells beneath the surface, sending up shoots as it grows longer ~ spiciness increasing with age. Traditionally cultivated across South Asia, Ginger can be found in most kitchens as a tea or dried spice. Fragrant and bright,... [read more]

Slow and steady, Ginger root dwells beneath the surface, sending up shoots as it grows longer ~ spiciness increasing with age. Traditionally cultivated across South Asia, Ginger can be found in most kitchens as a tea or dried spice and now grows in most... [read more]

Beneath the soil, a branching root forms in warm, rain-fed landscapes across East and Southeast Asia. The plant thrives in loose earth and humid air, where its scent and taste deepen while maturing. Ginger later became naturalized in many tropical and... [read more]

Gotu Kola has been valued for centuries across South Asia and the Indian Ocean islands. It appears in ancient texts such as the Shennong Herbal of China, compiled nearly 2,000 years ago, and has long been part of traditions in India and beyond. This... [read more]

Bright and storied, Hawthorn grows across Europe, eastern Asia, and eastern North America, often found in hedgerows and along woodland edges. A member of the Rose family, it appears as a compact shrub or small tree with pale bark and protective thorns... [read more]

Thorny and branchy, Hawthorn makes its home in hedgerows and woodland edges across much of Europe, parts of eastern Asia, and eastern North America. In late spring, dark green, lobed leaves share the branches with clusters of small white blossoms... [read more]

Hibiscus is known by many names including roselle, red tea, and Jamaica Sorrel. Cultivated widely across the tropics, its large, striking flowers are cherished in cuisines for jams, jellies, sauces, and refreshing drinks. Brewed as tea, Hibiscus yields... [read more]

Hibiscus is found in many gardens as “Rose of Sharon.” You can spot its enormous flowers in red, white, pink, or purple. The tea variety is a different species, with paler flowers and a darker core. For tea, the calyx is used ~ the part that holds the... [read more]

Crimson in the cup and brisk on the palate, this blend highlights intensely crimson Hibiscus ~ grown across warm tropical and subtropical regions. Its naturally tart, fruit-forward taste sets the tone from the first sip, with a clean, refreshing edge... [read more]

Traditionally used in herbal medicine to help relieve cough and sore throat and flu. Anise Hyssop, Raspberry and Red Clover can be seen growing wild near barns, a sign that those living on the land have long cultivated these herbs close to their homes to... [read more]

Traditionally used in herbal medicine to help relieve cough and sore throat and flu. Anise Hyssop, Raspberry and Red Clover can be seen growing wild near barns, a sign that those living on the land have long cultivated these herbs close to their homes to... [read more]

Hardy and bright, this bush is a cousin of Rooibos, only growing in its native South African microclimates. The leaves are harvested and bundled, then bruised and left to dry in the shade, a process called oxidation that helps develop the special taste... [read more]

Bitter and satisfying, Hops are used in beer across Europe and North America. The flower cones (called strobili) are used ~ coming from long climbing bines (stiff hairs that help the plant climb and move). There are many different varieties with... [read more]

This distinctive plant has ancient origins, part of a lineage that has changed little over millions of years. Native to temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere, it grows low to the ground in moist meadows, along streambanks, and in open fields... [read more]

Ancient and aromatic, Hyssop originates in parts of eastern Europe and the Mediterranean, where it grows as a hardy, woody herb in sunny, well-drained places. Its name is often traced to older Hebrew usage meaning a holy herb, and it appears in early... [read more]

Resilient and persistent, Juniper is a slow-growing evergreen shrub that’s found in rocky areas of the Northern Hemisphere. It has silver-green needles and tiny yellow flowers that bloom in late spring. Once pollinated, the flowers give way to Juniper's... [read more]

Lavender is a small evergreen shrub native to the western Mediterranean, with narrow silver-green leaves and upright stems topped by tiny purple blossoms. It thrives in sunny, dry landscapes, where warm days help deepen its naturally fragrant character... [read more]