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Apothecary Featured Herb: Elderberry
Our featured herb really stole the spotlight back in 2020. Renowned for its immune boosting abilities, particularly for its reputation as an antiviral herb, elderberry took the world by storm while people sought protection during and solutions for the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Best Crystals for September: Stone Wisdom
It’s already September, which means it’s time for another round of our favorite crystals. This month, we’re looking at the best stones for Virgos and Libras in your life, or just the ones that will help to harness all that early Fall energy you may be feeling yourself.
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Apothecary Featured Herb: Yarrow
If you’ve driven past the Sanctuary this summer, there’s a good chance you saw our happy crop of California poppies, or Eschscholzia californica, smiling out onto Loucks Road. These pretty petals open up every morning and close as the sun sets. And just like their tall cousins, Papaver somniferum, these flowers have a wide variety…
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Best Crystals for August: Stone Wisdom
We’re so excited to bring you our top picks for rocks to add to your collection this month. The best crystals for August are ones that reflect the radiance of the Sun, just like the Leos born at the end of summer. We’ve also got a grounding stone to help match the moods of down-to-earth…
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Apothecary Featured Herb: California poppy
If you’ve driven past the Sanctuary this summer, there’s a good chance you saw our happy crop of California poppies, or Eschscholzia californica, smiling out onto Loucks Road. These pretty petals open up every morning and close as the sun sets. And just like their tall cousins, Papaver somniferum, these flowers have a wide variety…
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1881 Apothecary Featured Herb: St. John’s Wort
The summer sun is in full force, which makes this a perfect time to talk about the positive energy packed inside the dainty yellow flowers of St. John’s Wort. Our in-house herbalist, Nikki McClane recommends this plant now and throughout the year for adding a little sunshine to your life.
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Best Crystals for July: Stone Wisdom
We’ve got some perfect stones to compliment your seashell collection this month. Our first two resonate well with Cancer, the crabby sign presiding over most of July. Our third can help you kick off Leo season at the end of the month with a gem guaranteed to draw attention! Thanks for joining us as we…
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1881 Apothecary Featured Herb: Nettles
Here at 1881, we are so lucky to have an herbalist as our co-owner and apothecary lead. Nikki does an amazing job at sourcing the best herbal products from local […]
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Best Crystals for June: Stone Wisdom
This June, we’re bringing you some of the best crystals to suit the moods of early summer. We’ve pulled our stone wisdom to help you choose the best crystal gifts for dads, grads, Geminis, and Cancers. If none of the above apply, you can always treat yourself to a Solstice celebration!
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Best Crystals for May: Stone Wisdom
We’ve chosen a selection of stones perfect for working with the energies of the month. From the traditional birthstone to more unusual pairings, these stones are sure to help you expand your holistic arts toolbox! Anyone can work with these crystals, but in May we’re focusing on crystals that pair especially well with Taurus and…