April 2022 – Blackbird's Backyard Pharmacy

PEONY Petal Hand Lotion

This is a lovely hand lotion to make. The scent is fragile and hard to describe. Peonies are my favorite flower. I love the smell, their delicate flowers, and the fact that ants harvest their nectar. I chose peonies for my wedding bouquet. Their appearance in early June (when snowfall is truly at an end)Continue reading “PEONY Petal Hand Lotion”

GF Dandelion Flower and Apple Cake

I am posting this recipes a bit early to tempt you. Before you know it lawns will be covered in dandelions beautiful bright yellow blossoms. We think of using the roots or leaves of this plant but there are so many uses for the flowers in things like fritters/tempura, wine, jelly, flan/quiche, cookies, and syrup.Continue reading “GF Dandelion Flower and Apple Cake”

Blackbird’s Drawing Salve (Plantain)

This is one powerful salve. Dense in substance and energy. I use it sparingly when I need to draw out something “nasty”. Post treatment after removing ticks, splinters of glass or wood. To speed the healing of spider bites, boils, or a closed wound that is a risk for getting infected. I probably would notContinue reading “Blackbird’s Drawing Salve (Plantain)”

Spring Green Greek Soup (Nettles)

Spring is finally approaching. Depending on where you live you my start to see the appearance of fresh greens around you. Dandelion, violet, chickweed, and nettles are all great choices. Spring greens are known for their beneficial effect on the “blood” and liver when there has been several months of winter stagnation. They help usContinue reading “Spring Green Greek Soup (Nettles)”