March April 2026 - The Essential Herbal Magazine

TABLE OF CONTENTS Crossword, Waiting for Spring Field Notes from the Editor About the Cover – Violets Some Plants and Their Pollinators, Barbara Steele Suggestions for adding life to your garden. Back in Time, Alicia Foster Allen Updating some good 70’s recipes with herbs! (no aspic!) When the Carrier Becomes the Medicine, Plant Oils and Butters as Herbal Allies, Connie Byers Choosing carrier oils and butters with intention. Herbal Allies for a Hard-Hitting Flu Season, Amy Jeanroy Herbs that will make a difference, with teas and honey to try. Herbal Helpers for These Days, Tina Sams We are living in some overwhelming times, but herbs are good allies. The Healthier Herbal Charcuterie Board, Jackie Johnson ND No need to give anything up. Herbs make everything better. Word Find, Random Herbal Stuff Ask The Aromatherapist – Chemistry, Janet Gutierrez MS What is it that makes each essential oil different, and have the properties they have? Spring Awakening: Herbal Ways to Gently Step Into the Light, Marcy Lautanen-Raleigh Spring awakening isn’t a checklist. It’s a conversation between you and the season. Nettles! Gathering, Preserving, and Sharing, Lily Arati Michaud Learn about nettles, and make some delicious soup. Splendid Speedwell, Kristine Brown, RH (AHG) We’ve been walking over this sweet herb, time to learn about little Veronica. Meet Our Contributors Puzzle Answers