Traditional Herbal Living

Herbs were once part of everyday life—not only in the medicine cupboard, but throughout the home.

Traditional Herbal Living explores the many ways people have used herbs, flowers, and other plants for generations. Discover old-fashioned herbal traditions for the home, bath and body, natural beauty, crafts, fragrance, seasonal living, and more.

Along the way, we’ll explore the history and folklore behind these traditions, learn why certain plants were used, and share practical ways to bring some of this nearly forgotten herbal knowledge back into modern life.

Rediscover the old ways. Bring herbs back home.

Bring Traditional Herbal Living Home

Rediscover the many ways herbs were once part of everyday life. Join the Southwestern Herbal Academy community for old-fashioned herbal traditions, natural home and beauty ideas, seasonal projects, herbal crafts, historical uses, and practical ways to bring traditional plant knowledge into your modern home.

Rediscover the old ways. Bring herbs back home.

Traditional Herbal Living Disclaimer

The information provided by Southwestern Herbal Academy is for educational and informational purposes only. Historical and traditional uses of herbs are shared for educational purposes and should not be interpreted as proof of safety or effectiveness.

Herbs, essential oils, and other natural ingredients can cause allergic reactions, skin irritation, or other adverse effects. Always research ingredients before use, follow appropriate safety and dilution guidelines, and test topical preparations on a small area before wider use. Keep herbal preparations and potentially hazardous ingredients away from children and pets.

Household, cosmetic, and craft preparations should be used only for their intended purposes. Southwestern Herbal Academy is not responsible for adverse reactions, injuries, property damage, or other consequences resulting from the use or misuse of information provided on this website.