Welcome to our Blog
Welcome to the Foggy River Farm blog — a resource for all things herbs, herbalism, and garden wisdom. We’re passionate about sharing what we learn each season, from practical growing guides and herb profiles to herbal remedies you can make at home. Whether you’re new to herbs or a seasoned plant lover, you’ll find articles to inspire, educate, and grow your connection with the natural world.
Explore the heart of herb knowledge: find step-by-step herbalism guides, fascinating plant profiles, and hands-on gardening tips — all grounded in our daily farm experience.
Journey into Herbalism
Dive into our Herbalism collection — where we share practical herbal wisdom rooted in real-life farm experience. From creating nourishing infusions to working with herbs for everyday wellness, these posts help you learn by doing.
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Herb Glossary
We've created a quick guide to the herbs we grow and use in our herbal teas and remedies. Each plant has been carefully chosen for its unique properties, traditional uses,...
Herb Glossary
We've created a quick guide to the herbs we grow and use in our herbal teas and remedies. Each plant has been carefully chosen for its unique properties, traditional uses,...
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Herbs & Herbal Teas to Support Mood During Dark...
Shorter days and longer nights can take a quiet toll. Here we share a few gentle herbs and simple tea rituals to support mood, nervous system health, and emotional steadiness...
Herbs & Herbal Teas to Support Mood During Dark...
Shorter days and longer nights can take a quiet toll. Here we share a few gentle herbs and simple tea rituals to support mood, nervous system health, and emotional steadiness...
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Herbal Tinctures Explained: How They Work, How ...
Herbal tinctures are one of the most practical ways to work with herbs, but the name alone can feel intimidating. Pronounced TING-chur, they’re a small, concentrated, and easy-to-take form of...
Herbal Tinctures Explained: How They Work, How ...
Herbal tinctures are one of the most practical ways to work with herbs, but the name alone can feel intimidating. Pronounced TING-chur, they’re a small, concentrated, and easy-to-take form of...
Herb Profiles
Find more in-depth exploration of the plants we grow and forage. Our herb profile pull from our own research and customer interactions, to include traditional uses, how to prepare them at home, and how these herbal allies can enhance your wellbeing.
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Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera): Benefits, Use...
Ashwagandha is a revered adaptogenic herb with a long history in Ayurvedic medicine. At Foggy River Farm, we grow and work with this powerful root to support your body’s stress response,...
Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera): Benefits, Use...
Ashwagandha is a revered adaptogenic herb with a long history in Ayurvedic medicine. At Foggy River Farm, we grow and work with this powerful root to support your body’s stress response,...
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Tulsi Basil (Holy Basil): Benefits, Uses & How ...
Tulsi – also called holy basil – is a calming adaptogen herb perfect for tea, stress support, and everyday wellness.
Tulsi Basil (Holy Basil): Benefits, Uses & How ...
Tulsi – also called holy basil – is a calming adaptogen herb perfect for tea, stress support, and everyday wellness.
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The Power of Nettle Tea: A Natural Remedy for H...
Struggling with hives and histamine issues, I stumbled upon nettle tea—and it changed everything. What started as a simple experiment turned into a decade-long journey of healing, learning, and even...
The Power of Nettle Tea: A Natural Remedy for H...
Struggling with hives and histamine issues, I stumbled upon nettle tea—and it changed everything. What started as a simple experiment turned into a decade-long journey of healing, learning, and even...
Farm & Garden
Whether you’re new to growing herbs or refining your garden skills, these guides give you seasonal, practical steps for thriving herb gardens — from planning to harvest.
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Your First Year Guide to Growing Herbs (Season-...
A simple, season-by-season guide to your first year of growing herbs — from planning in winter to harvesting in fall. Whether you’re in Ontario’s Zone 5B or somewhere similar, this...
Your First Year Guide to Growing Herbs (Season-...
A simple, season-by-season guide to your first year of growing herbs — from planning in winter to harvesting in fall. Whether you’re in Ontario’s Zone 5B or somewhere similar, this...
Explore our Farm-Grown Herbs
Explore our handcrafted herbal teas and botanicals — grown and harvested right here at our regenerative Ontario herb farm. Every blend and single herb is thoughtfully created to support daily wellness, from calming evening teas to immune-boosting blends and adaptogenic favorites. Shop our bestsellers collection below to taste the difference of farm-to-cup herbal products and bring the benefits of local botanicals into your daily routine. Herbal tea, tinctures, and botanicals grown in Ontario for quality, flavour, and function.
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BOOST Herbal Tea
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ULTIMINT Herbal Tea
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CHILL Herbal Tea
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