HERB Uses, History, Essential Oils 
Herbs and essential oils have been used to treat a wide variety of ailments and injuries for thousands of years.  Since the dawn of the twentieth century, refinement of synthetic prescription medication and increased sophistication of our medical system have changed the way we approach health care.  
All things natural
But a resurgence of interest in all things natural, aided by the internet of course, and a steady supply of quality herbal products, has led us back to tried and true practices of old.  As Master Gardeners, our goal is always to educate and we appreciate your interest in this subject.
Cautions about herb use 
But before putting any of this information into practice, be sure to read to the end where we list warnings and contraindications for use. Checking resources here and asking your doctor always. 
Two authors, Banbury and McCracken take a look at herbs from the historical, cultivation, cultural and medical uses standpoint. Often providing two articles on the same herb - read them both for a well-rounded perspective.   
Find more on Herbs Culinary, Cultivation & Harvesting here

Bay Laurel Essential Oil: Keeping The Immune System Healthy
Tonya Banbury

Basil Essential Oil: Memory & Concentration 
Tonya Banbury

Basil: Cultivation, Culinary, Medicinal and History of the 2003 Herb-of-the-Year
Maureen McCracken

Comfrey: A Controversial Herb  Cultivation, Uses, Cautions  
Maureen McCracken

Comfrey: The Best Known Healing Herb
Tonya Banbury

Eucalyptus Essential Oils: Treatments For Skin Conditions And Respiratory Systems
Tonya Banbury

Eucalyptus in the Landscape and Cough Drops: Cultivation and Medicinal Use
Maureen McCracken

 Geranium, Pelargonium Odoratissimum Essential Oils: A Fresh Rose-Like Scent
Tonya Banbury

German Chamomile Essential Oils: Anti-Inflammatory Properties
Tonya Banbury

German Chamomile: Herbal Tea And Treatments
Culture, Medicinal Herbs
Maureen McCracken

Goldenseal, Hydrastis Canadensis L.: A Long And Colorful Folk History Native Plant 
The History, Medicinal Uses and Cultivation of 
Maureen McCracken
 
​Goldenseal, Hydrastis Canadensis: In The Herbalist's Medicine Cabinet
Tonya Banbury 

Perilla, P. Frutescens: An Interesting And Valuable Addition To The Garden
The Medicinal, Culinary, History, Cultivation
Maureen McCracken

Rosemary - Darling Of The Kitchen Is A Workhorse In Aromatherapy
Tonya Banbury

Thyme, With Culinary, Medical And Aromatherapy Uses
Tonya Banbury 

Yarrow Essential Oil,
 A Pretty Healer
Tonya Banbury