Transform Your Health with Eve's Garden

Agrimony

Aloe Vera

Agrimony

Agrimonia eupatoria

Agrimony has traditionally been used as a medicinal and culinary herb.

The aerial parts of the plant (leaves, stems, and flowers) are commonly dried and used to make herbal teas or infusions. These have been traditionally taken to support digestive health and to help soothe mild throat irritation.

Agrimony has also been used in folk herbal medicine as a gentle astringent, often applied in preparations intended to help with minor skin irritations or washes.

In addition, it has been used in herbal blends and tonics, and in some traditions it is added to remedies aimed at supporting general well-being. The dried herb is typically stored and used throughout the year for teas and infusions.

Alecost

Aloe Vera

Agrimony

Tanacetum Balsamita

Alecost has a gentle, sweet minty aroma and was traditionally used in brewing before hops became common. Its leaves were added near the end of the brewing process to enhance flavour and help preserve the beer.

In medieval times, Alecost was a valued garden herb. Because its leaves retained their fragrance when dried, it was commonly used as a strewing herb, as well as in posies and pot pourri.

Alecost can also be added to cakes, biscuits, and preserves for extra flavour. Its refreshing minty tea has long been enjoyed for its traditional digestive benefits.

Aloe Vera

Aloe Barbadensis

Aloe vera gel is valued for its cooling and soothing properties and has traditionally been used on the skin and mucous membranes. It is commonly applied topically to help calm inflamed or irritated skin and is widely used to support the healing of burns, wounds, and other skin conditions.

The gel can be used directly from the plant by cutting open a leaf and scooping out the fresh inner gel. Any unused portion of the leaf can be stored in the refrigerator, where the cut end will naturally seal and protect the remaining gel. Aloe gel is also an effective base for blending with essential oils and herbal preparations.

Amaranth

Massage Therapy

Aloe Vera

Amaranthus Tricolor

The attractive pink flowers make a lovely addition to summer drinks and fresh fruit salads, adding both colour and visual appeal. The leaves have a light minty flavour and can also be used in salads and fruit-based dishes.

Both the flowers and leaves can be infused in hot water or honey and traditionally used to help ease coughs and colds. They may also be added to baths or used in herbal steam inhalations to help relieve congestion.

All parts of the plant can be dried for later use by hanging them out of direct sunlight and storing them in an airtight, sealed container.