by HollyBeth Anderson | Jul 1, 2014 | organics, press
by HollyBeth Anderson | Jul 1, 2014 | aromatherapy, beauty, gardening
With over 60 species to choose from, basil is one the most varied herbs in aroma and symbolism. From spicy, citrus to cinnamon basil covers a multitude of fragrances from its essential oils. Sweet basil is one of my favorites, reminiscent of anise or licorice and is...
by HollyBeth Anderson | Jun 20, 2014 | bees, flowers, Garden, herbal, herbs, medicinal plants
Native to the Midwest, anise hyssop is a member of the mint family. Bees and butterflies are hovering over my anise hyssop that is flourishing in this heat wave. Aromatic of licorice and anise, it was planted in the 1870s to attract honeybees. Historically it has been...
by HollyBeth Anderson | Jun 19, 2014 | Garden, gardening
This dragonfly reminds me of prehistoric car parts thrown together and if you look closely at this one on my jasmine, his body does resemble a carburetor of sorts. They eat mosquitos and need warmth to fly so they are all over my steaming backyard. There are over...
