Dandelion’s first use was recorded in China in the seventh century. In the eleventh century the Arabs promoted its use, and by the sixteenth century it was well established throughout Europe. It was introduced to North America by the early settlers where it now grows wild. Today, Dandelion greens are common in spring salads. The leaves also bear special properties and good flavouras an herbal tea.

Blackberry has been in use throughout the world for ages. The ancient Greeks and Romans used the leaves and roots for their medicinal properties both internally and topically and prized the fruit as a delicacy. In the New World, the same was true of our indigenous peoples.

Blackberry leaf tea doesn't taste like blackberries at all, it tastes more like black tea thanks to the special fermentation process. The tea is flavourful, high in tannins, and contains no caffeine, which explains why it's often used as a tea substitute

The European Linden Tree has dark green leaves and fragrant, yellow-white blossoms which are collected from the tall, stately tree just after the spring bloom.

The flowers (also known as lime blossoms) are great food for bees who may make up to twenty pounds of honey from a single tree. Linden tea has been a time honoured European folk remedy since the Middle Ages; let it draw you into many hours of relaxation.

Comfrey has a very long and rich history. No herb garden or apothecary shop of the past was considered well-stocked without it.

Because it was considered such a valuable herb by settlers and explorers this herb has spread around the world. Originally native to Europe, Asia minor, Siberia, and Iran it is now naturalized to much of North America.

Popular in teas, herb butters, chicken soup, creamy soups, eggs, peas, snap beans, liver, fish, and quince chutney.

Plantain has an honoured medicinal history in its native Europe and has spread to all continents in the last few centuries. In fact, it was spread so rapidly by settlers that it was coined "White-man's footprint" by the North-American natives. The unattractive and tenacious Plantain is the scourge of gardeners, but is still highly respected around the world for its unique properties.

Yarrow has a history dating back as far as the battle of Troy, where it was used to treat injured soldiers and adopted the common name of 'soldier's woundwort'. The ancient Greeks gave yarrow the name "achillea" after Achilles, the legendary heroic warrior.

This perennial herb grows about 3 feet tall and can be found in Europe, west Asia and North America. The white flowers usually form flat, daisy-like clusters up to a foot across and may be found in pastures, meadows and along roadsides, flowering from summer to autumn. Yarrow makes a very good medicinal tea with a slightly astringent taste.

With this bulk package you can create a vast array of home remedies including tinctures, capsules, poultices, salves and, of course, herbal tea.

With a flavour strong and sweet, Tarragon complements fowl, fish, dairy, and egg dishes. As one of the French Fines Herbs, it is an excellent compliment to Thyme, Rosemary, Sage, and Parsley.

Tulsi, also known as Holy Basil, is a multi-branched shrub with strongly scented green or purple leaves. It is an important symbol in the Hindu religion, where it is used in meditation and rituals. Tulsi is revered in Ayurvedic medicine for its various medicinal benefits and its tea is known as the ‘elixir of life.’ This powerful herb has only recently begun to gain popularity in the Western world.

This antioxidant rich tea has a strong aroma and wonderful cooling mellow taste. Relax with a refreshing cup of Tulsi tea and enjoy the extraordinary benefits of this legendary herb.

Commonly used to flavour vegetables, meats, poultry, soups, stews, and fish. Rosemary complements the herbs Chives, Thyme, Chervil, Parsley, and Bay leaves.

This Australian native has been naturalized to many parts of the world for use as a decorative tree and an herbal remedy.

A time-honoured folk remedy, Eucalyptus can be used for many complaints, but is an especially useful tonic for symptoms involving the respiratory tract. The high oil content of the leaves makes Eucalyptus tea an effective inhalant. Make an extra hot cup of tea to evaporate the volatile oils, then just breathe in the steam!

Indigenous to eastern Europe, Parsley has a long history of use in Turkey and Lebanon. Later, the English would spread it around the world after learning its many uses. Associated with spiritual protection, war, and St. Peter, the Greeks originally used Parsley as a garnish to guard a meal from evil. The tradition of garnishing with Parsley continues today, but the purpose is different; it has a fresh clean flavour and many medicinal benefits that chefs appreciate.

Brewing a nice green cup, with aromas of a summer garden, Parsley tea is an ancient and revered beverage that is being rediscovered today.

Sage is a perennial mint native to the northern shore of the Mediterranean. Much more than a culinary delight, Sage was an active part of the medicine cabinet of the ancient Romans. Manuscripts of monks from the 10th and 11th centuries document Sage as an honoured herb among apothecaries. In Medieval Europe, Sage was a favourite hot beverage and was often added to ale.

Today, Sage is popular as an aromatic tea as well as a culinary herb.

With this bulk package you can create a vast array of home remedies including tinctures, capsules, poultices, salves and, of course, herbal tea.

Best known as a flavouring in tomato sauce, oregano also enhances cheese and egg dishes, vegetables, meats, poultry, and shellfish. Sprinkle Oregano and crushed chillies onto pizza for a zesty bite!