When the MOTHER EARTH NEWS editors planted an herb garden at the magazine offices in the spring of 2015, our expectations were low. The weather stayed unnaturally cool, cloudy and soggy for weeks. So, ...

Marigolds may not be high on the list of exotic flowers, but the healing oil that comes from the flower started making an impact on natural skin remedies centuries ago. Used primarily as an herbal ...

Homemade baby oil offers natural, customizable hydration, allowing parents to avoid petroleum-based mineral oils in favor of nutrient-rich alternatives like coconut, jojoba, or almond oil. These ...

Calendula oil has antifungal, anti-inflammatory, and antibacterial properties that might make it useful in healing wounds, soothing eczema, and relieving diaper rash. Calendula oil is a natural oil ...

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Pot marigold is a plant that belongs to the daisy (Asteraceae) family. It's been used for medicinal purposes for hundreds of years. Calendula is a small bushy plant that has light green leaves and ...