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Welcome to Earthsong Seeds' Blog. Here you will find guides to sowing & growing your herbs, tips on how to harvest them, inspiration on how to use them and create your very own home apothecary and much more. Happy herb growing!

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How to make herbal cream

How to make poultices and plasters

How to make a herb infused vinegar

How to make aromatic water (also known as a hydrosol)

How to make herbal bath salt

How to make a herb syrup

How to make a herbal steam inhalation

Our new trial range of ‘Live Plants’ – everything you need to know

Herbs you can grow for a beautiful sleep

Bare Root Plants – everything you need to know

How to make a macerated or infused tincture

How to make fresh herb juice

How to make herbal powder

How do I know if my herbs are safe?

Top tips for drying your herbs

How to make a cold infusion

The art of making herbal tea

How to use and make herbal remedies at home for your self-care

Should I sow my herb seeds in pots, plugs or trays?

Where should I sow my herb seeds?

How should I sow my seeds?

When should I sow my seeds?

How often should I water my herb seeds and seedlings?

What is stratification and how is it done?

How to make a percolated tincture

How to make a decoction

How to make a herbal salve

How to make a glycerite

How to make herbal honey

How to make an infused massage oil

How to make a hot infusion