One of the first herbs to greet the dawning of Spring,

As swathes of fresh green leaves appear along pathways, woods and fields,

Like sweeping ocean waves of life, sparkling with buds and flowers,

It's time to gather Garlic for its nutritious healing powers.

A foragers delight in the early Spring days,

When tiny feathered Nettle tips come out to play,

Pinch lightly at the top, to take home for your tea,

Your body will delight for all its cleansing properites.

Beautiful Dandelions, Shepherd's Clocks,

Petals opening at sunrise and closing at dusk,

A medicinal wonder, such goodness for all,

A legacy of love for longevity and health. 

I love to see Red Clover as it comes into flower,

Appearing bright in clusters, low in the meadow grass,

Dark pink getting darker, petals, torches of flame,

With tiny sweetheart leaves, alternating on the stem.

The perfect herb for insect bites, bleeding and stings,

More efficient than a Dock Leaf, for the comfort they bring,

Crush fresh leaves with fingers, extract juice to apply,

Known as Grandmother’s Plaster, this is the reason why. 

Of all the healthy herbs you need to brighten up your days,

Flat Leaf Parsley holds the nutritional prize in a multitude of ways,

An alkalining miracle, a timeless healing story,

So many ways to benefit, so many ways to enjoy

Rich in vitimins,

Wonderful for bones,

A natural diuretic,

An essential herb to grow.

Thyme is a magical healer, a stalwart since the dawn of time,

Cleansing and strengthening the body, keeping illness in line,

Steep in your morning tea, for a healthy start to the day,

Add to your dishes and cooking, its flavour will blow you away.

Here comes the Peppermint, growing tall and strong,

Stems a subtle shade of purple, with a hint of brown,

Bite on a leaf or two each day for a taste sensation,

Add leaves to your herbal tea to cleanse and aid digestion.

Rich in vitimins C, D, E and A,

A gentle herb with a heady smell,

Soothing and caliming for tummy pains,

Mint tea helps indigestion to go away.

Lemon Balm for gentle, healing calm,

A powerhouse for the brain, digestion and the heart,

A herb of purification with a fresh, citrusy scent,

A natural medicine and natural source of nourishment.

A calming herb for body and mind,

A delicious tea and digestive aid,

Perfect to drink as a night time routine,

It will help to induce a good night's sleep.

As  crunchy and crisp as a bright sunny day,

A Meditarranean delight for flavour and health,

Bruised for a salad, chopped in a pesto,

This tastiest of all herbs will tantilise your taste buds.

An astringent with a glorious smell,

Best in dishes that need cooking well,

Detoxes the body and clears the skin,

This nutritious herb is a flavoursome gem.

A powerful herb for happiness,

Relieves anxiety and depression, no less,

Increasing serotonin in the brain,

It might just help to brighten your day.

A punchy herb for pestos, butter and soup,

With edible leaves, flowers and roots,

Enjoyed in so many different ways,

As a natural medicine and flavour for food.

An evergreen shrub with needle-like leaves,

For brain function, hair growth and relieving pain,

A folk medicine of old used as much today,

For a host of ailments, keeping illness at bay. 

Rich in antoxidants for skin and wounds,

Antibacterial for freshening mouths,

This herbal tea can pack a punch,

Promoting brain health and improving your mood.

An edible garnish and essential oil,

Related to peas and beans of the soil.

High in isoflavone to support the menopausal stage,

Beneficial to our heart, skin and hair as we age.

Grown for its delicious essential oil,

A scent sent from heaven to bring us joy,

Improves our sleep and softens our skin,

Used fresh and dried for all manner of things.