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Herbs 101: Mindful Mint

Peppermint, spearmint, green mint, sweet mint . . . there are literally hundreds of different . From chewing gum and toothpaste, to herbal tea and ice cream, mint shares it’s refreshing oil and friendly green leaves, and these hot summer…

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Herbs 101: For the Love of Lavender

Comforting and familiar, lavender (Lavandula angustifolia, Lavandula vera, Lavandula officinalis) graces many of our gardens & windowsills. Once planted around the perimeter of the house to keep evil spirits at bay, this intoxicating flower is used for much more than unnerving…

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