The Apothecary
Handcrafted plant medicine
Small-batch remedies made from organically grown and wild-harvested herbs — tinctures, herbal oils, healing salves, fire cider, syrups, and aromatherapy sprays and roll-ons crafted with intention and care.
The craft
How remedies are made
Every remedy begins in the garden. Herbs are harvested by hand at their peak potency — often at specific times of day or season when plant constituents are strongest — then processed fresh or carefully dried to preserve their medicine.
Tinctures are made by macerating fresh or dried plant material in high-proof alcohol, drawing out the full spectrum of medicinal compounds over several weeks. Salves begin as herb-infused oils, slowly extracted over low heat, then blended with beeswax into a smooth, healing balm.
Each batch is made in small quantities to ensure quality and freshness. Remedies are packaged in glass whenever possible — amber bottles, glass jars, and glass roll-ons — because glass preserves the integrity of the medicine and keeps plastic out of the process. No fillers, no shortcuts — just plants, intention, and time.
The remedies
Preparations from the apothecary
Echinacea Root Tincture
A potent immune-supporting tincture made from fresh echinacea root and flower, harvested at peak bloom. Taken at the first sign of illness or throughout cold and flu season to strengthen the body's natural defenses.
Lemon Balm & Valerian Tincture
A calming nervine tincture for anxiety, stress, and sleeplessness. Lemon balm and valerian — grown right here on the farm — lift the spirit and quiet the mind, while chamomile eases the body toward rest.
St. John's Wort Herbal Oil
Infused in organic olive oil over six sun-filled weeks, this ruby-red oil is made from St. John's Wort wild-harvested right here on the farm — a traditional remedy for nerve pain, bruising, sore muscles, and tension. Applied topically to the affected area.
Calendula & Comfrey Healing Salve
A deeply nourishing salve made from calendula and comfrey grown right here on the farm. Calendula brings anti-inflammatory relief while comfrey's allantoin supports tissue repair. Finished with a touch of lavender essential oil.
Fire Cider
A fiery, warming tonic made from a potent blend of roots, herbs, and spices steeped in raw apple cider vinegar. Taken by the spoonful to stoke circulation, support digestion, and bolster immunity — especially through the cold months.
Peppermint & Lavender Room Spray
A refreshing aromatic mist for the body, linens, or room. Peppermint clears the mind and lifts energy while lavender brings calm. Shake well and mist freely.
Calm & Clarity Roll-On
A portable aromatherapy blend in a convenient roll-on. Apply to the wrists, temples, or behind the ears for on-the-go calm and mental clarity. Made with a light jojoba oil base.
SeasonalAutumn Immune Herbal Oil
A seasonal infused oil crafted each fall from the last of the garden's harvest. Warming and protective, used as a chest rub or massage oil to support the body through the colder months.
SeasonalElderberry Elixir
A rich, deeply nourishing syrup made from elderberries hand-harvested right here on the farm, sweetened with local raw honey, and blended with warming spices — cinnamon, ginger, and clove — and adaptogenic herbs and medicinal mushrooms including reishi and astragalus. Made in small batches and known to sell out quickly. Taken daily as an immune tonic or at the first sign of illness.
Limited batches
Seasonal & limited offerings
Some remedies are made only when the plants are ready — a short harvest window, a particularly good growing season, or a blend crafted for a specific time of year. Check back often, or find me at a pop-up to see what's available now.
Happenings
Find me at pop-ups & fairs
I bring the apothecary to local markets, herb fairs, and wellness events throughout the year. It's the best place to smell, sample, and ask questions about the remedies in person.
Monadnock Farmers Market
Peterborough, NH·Saturdays through October
Find a rotating selection of salves, tinctures, and teas alongside fresh herbs from the garden.
Autumn Herb & Wellness Fair
Keene, NH·October 2026
A full day of herbalists, healers, and plant lovers. I'll have the full apothecary on hand plus a small selection of dried herb bundles.
Holiday Makers Market
Jaffrey, NH·December 2026
Seasonal remedies, gift sets, and limited-batch winter blends — perfect for gifting or stocking your own medicine cabinet.
Looking for something specific?
If you're interested in a particular remedy or want to discuss what might support your health, I'd love to hear from you. Custom preparations may be available by request.