Essential Herbal Magazine - March/April 2026

It was a surprise to notice that the Mar/Apr issue hadn't been posted.  NOR the Extra!  Not sure where I've been.  Better late than never, though.  This was a particularly informative issue, and since we're in the middle of working on May/June right now, I can tell you that it will also be amazing!

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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.

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