Hang in there...

Now that it is June, harvesting of herbs begins. The roots, like Echinacea, will wait until the fall but for now, it's harvest time! So far I have Lemon Balm, Catnip, Lavender, Spearmint and Yarrow drying. It takes 2-4 weeks to dry the herbs completely, depending on the herb and method of drying. I like to hang mine in paper bags in dry, dark spots like the garage. Once dry, these wonders will be used in teas, soaps, oils, tinctures and salves (check out the Apothecary Shop). Some herbs can be dried using a rack or old window screen if you have the room in your house.

So hang in there, they will be done soon enough. But, in the mean time, I am running out of room and have so much more to dry. They will go in shifts, once these dry, the next batch will be ready to harvest and then some! Some herbs that are waiting in the wings are St. John's Wort, Bee Balm, Chocolate Mint, Basil, Thyme, Rosemary, Parsley...
Look for recipes that will follow as well. Learn how to use your fresh and dried herbs in cooking!

Dan, I think I need more nails! :)