7 Month Hands-On Monthly Apprenticeship

Beginning April 30th 9:00-12:00

May-October Third Thursday’ s- Rain or Shine

With Denise Fitch, Herbalist and Horticulturist and Special Guest Lupo Passero

There’s something deeply satisfying about harvesting your own medicinal herbs in which you planted as tiny seeds months earlier. Throughout the growing season the joy of harvesting leaves, flowers, stems, seeds, fruits and roots for your home apothecary is its own type of medicine. There is great pride to be taken in having helped to foster the birth and creation of plants that can nourish you, your family and your community. There is additional satisfaction in not worrying about mysterious pesticides, genetically modified seeds, or poor working conditions on farms. Getting back to basics and learning to grow your own medicinal herbs (and food) is an act of resistance and resiliency. Join us and learn to grow your own medicinal herb garden and take home 20+ medicinal herbs.

We will be growing all certified organic herbs, both annual and perennial from seed, starts, cuttings, transplants and possible plant rescues. We will learn to work with and harvest all medicinal parts of the plants and the various techniques and tricks of the trade to grow and foster beautiful gardens (either in ground or container based) for years to come.  We will be growing, tending and harvesting the following herbs: Ashwaganda*, Calendula*, Basil, Echinacea, Sage, Thyme, Oregano, Lemon balm, Peppermint, Holy basil*, Oats*, Yarrow, Anise hyssop, Comfrey, Marshmallow (transplants), Rosemary, Lavender, Meadowsweet, Bee balm, Chamomile, Valerian, Garlic and Cayenne

 Supplies Needed: Rain Gear, Gardening gloves, Pruner, Trowel or Hori Hori, Pocket Knife, Bucket and Gathering Basket (We can provide all supplies for an additional fee)

 Take away - Take home one of each medicinal plant to build your own at home own garden (container or in ground) and learn how to tend to them throughout the year. Learn the medicinal qualities of each plant and how to make simple home remedies to build your own apothecary. The majority of these plants are perennials and will come back every year. The seeds of the annual can be saved for generations to come. This apprenticeship will be available to a small, select group of dedicated students and we will be able to maintain social distancing (if needed) throughout the course.  All classes will be held at Twin Stars Northville Meadow location.

 Build your confidence with growing medicinal plants as and earn your herbal green thumb!

Investment: $75.00 deposit + $75.00 a month due the day of each class. Total $600 (save $25 for payment in full).

THIS PROGRAM IS FULL! Check back for 2021 dates soon.