• Chickweed (Stellaria media)

    Photo of Chickweed by Wildlife Trust by Ana Victoria Salcido-Cobbe, La Tierra Buena Chickweed is a low-growing, succulent plant that has a preference for cool, shady places. It is abundant in cool weather, especially the time in-between Winter and Spring (now!) It’s likely that it’s growing as a “weed” somewhere in your garden.  Chickweed is cooling and moistening, making it wonderful for…

  • Mendo Vitality Tonic Vinaigrette

    Mendo Vitality Tonic isn’t just for the Fall & Winter! A great way to include our firey, hyper-local tonic in your summer meals is with this delicious Vinaigrette recipe by Luna Hart – Guild Member, local herbalist and all around health-bringer of Hart of Health. 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil 1/4 cup MENDO HERB GUILD FIRE CIDER 1 1/2…

  • “Not-Quite-Spring” Herbal Tea Formula

    by KiOhmA, Farmer/Anarchy Herbals This time of year finds the majority of us wandering our plots, rejoicing in every little sign that Spring is on its way. In the waxing of the Winter months, I like to sip this blend – a wonderful combination of cold and warm, Winter and Spring, stimulating and calming. It is a very aromatic brew-…