Backyard Apothecary 101
WorkshopThe Apothecary

Backyard Apothecary 101

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Grow, dry, and infuse common herbs into simple, toxin-free remedies for the home.

Traditional plant knowledge is practical, not mystical. In this workshop you'll make a salve and a tea blend from herbs you can grow in Florida — and learn how to use them safely.

A grounded, hands-on introduction to keeping a small apothecary at home.

What you'll learn

  • Identify and grow useful culinary/medicinal herbs
  • Dry and store herbs to keep potency
  • Infuse oils and make a simple salve
  • Blend a calming tea

Curriculum

  1. 1
    The home apothecary
    What to grow and why.
  2. 2
    Harvest & dry
    Timing and storage.
  3. 3
    Infusions & salves
    Make-and-take.
  4. 4
    Safety & sourcing
    Use herbs responsibly.

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