2022-09-18 23:10
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Cottage Hill Organic Herb Farm is an educational centre offering workshops and classes with an emphasis on hands on practical study.
2021-03-15 21:32
It is the ANTI-AGING and HEALING herb, with an amazing capacity to produce more fibroblast cells, some 6-8 times faster than normal cells. These particular cells manufacture collagen, which… Read More
2020-02-29 08:12
We are so excited here at Cottage Hill to announce our classes for the year!! This may be the last year of classes depending on Donna’s availability in the future, so if you want the c… Read More
2019-09-24 22:00
Many, in fact most, cosmetic preparations on the market today freely list collagen and elastin ingredients to make you believe that their products can restore the lost elasticity and rebuild… Read More
2019-04-29 07:38
Ground breaking technologies At the Herbal Health and Ozone Clinic in Upper Hutt, Wellington, New Zealand, we offer a total healing solution to most ills. We give our clients a step b… Read More
2019-03-15 23:02
It’s been a while, but we are BACK, with the first of three brand new one day classes to fulfill your herbal obsessions!! First up we are all about Natural Skincare and product develop… Read More
2018-12-16 07:40
Congratulations to the winner of our herbal tea kit giveaway! Stephen will be enjoying a taster kit with all of our new organic herbal tea blends. Struggling for Xmas gift ideas? You… Read More
2018-10-28 21:00
Chicory root. It’s not just a good alternative for coffee…it’s also the new big herb in skincare for mature and aging skin. It has major restructuring benefits which enabl… Read More
2018-10-26 07:45
Would you just at these absolutely gorgeous products; hand crafted by Donna Lee herself at the herb farm!! Artisan Handcrafted Soaps; made from pure NZ goats milk and shea nut butter. All th… Read More
2018-10-24 22:45
As the title suggests, this post is not actually about magic dogs, or about dogs at all for that matter, but we liked the pun and thought it might make you giggle. This post is howeve… Read More
2018-05-09 23:38
2018-04-30 08:54
This part of the blog is from www.mercola.com…see below for my sugar alternative! Do you want to be healthy? Drinking soda is bad for your health in oh so many ways; even scien… Read More
2017-09-15 23:47
Ahh body odour. It is such a natural and normal thing for us to smell, however our social norms and attitudes towards hygiene and not smelling of roses have made it very difficult to embrace… Read More
2017-08-15 03:11
As with our human friends and loved ones, our animal loved ones are oft in need of a little care and attention, and if you can help them yourself or subsidize their regular veterinary care w… Read More
2017-07-31 02:54
Time to give you hair some herbal love! Read More
2017-07-17 09:20
Ok folks this one is so easy to make, all you need to do is gather the ingredients, stick them in a bottle and then massage the mix into those pesky age spots that you desire to be min… Read More
2017-07-06 04:55
'Your body is not ruined. You are a tiger who has earned their stripes.'
While I completely agree with this sentiment, it doesn't mean that we all wouldn't love to reduce our stretc… Read More
2017-06-11 06:49
This particular bath salt recipe is helpful for all kinds of circulation problems, including acne. Now that the weather is getting colder, some of you may be really feeling the affects of po… Read More
2017-05-29 08:11
Too cold to get undressed and hop in the shower? Or maybe you're just having a bad hair day and you don't have time for a full hair wash. Great news, we are here to save the day with this be… Read More
2017-05-12 02:43
We all get stressed now and again, some of us more than others! Thankfully nature has everything we need to take the edge off and create a more balanced mood all round! Read More
2017-05-01 23:59
Sometimes the universe gives you a gift Read More
2017-04-26 01:46
Feeling a cold coming on, or maybe the beginning of flu symptoms? In any situation where you feel the symptoms of sickness coming on, you have a short window in which to avert the process! Read More
2017-04-19 00:45
This healing, soothing balm is great for rough spots anywhere on the body – like elbows, heels, feet and hands, and it's so easy to make!! It is also wonderful for baby bottoms and mum… Read More
2017-04-11 03:18
It's inaccurate to say that this course is back...as it hasn't even happened yet! But that's how popular it is! Read More
2017-04-03 23:58
Facial misting is a delicious way to refresh and hydrate the skin Read More
2017-03-22 07:36
Autumn is the time for collecting our supplies of wonderful flavourful, culinary and medicinal herbs Read More
2017-03-13 22:19
With only one week before the first herbal diploma starts, we have had two spots open up, one in each of the 2 groups! Now is your last minute and final chance to nab one of those spots! Read More
2017-02-16 02:59
Got yourself a little niggle? Read More
2017-02-08 03:09
We are very excited to share these two brand new courses that will be taking place during 2017 and are now open for enrollment! These courses are both for complete beginners, and for those w… Read More
2017-02-02 22:27
Normally at this time of year I would be wanting to share refreshing, cooling recipes to soothe after a hot day out in the summer elements...but that just doesn't feel appropriate considerin… Read More
2017-01-09 03:38
Happy New Year from Cottage Hill Herbs! Read More
2016-12-12 02:02
Can you believe it is already nearly Christmas?! Read More
2016-12-01 02:42
This is a quick message to let you know that as of today Read More
2016-11-18 07:24
This lip balm is very healing & soothing to cracked, chapped lips. Melissa essential oil (lemon balm) is an anti-inflammatory essential oil with strong anti-viral properties, making this… Read More
2016-11-02 02:53
The Herbal Diploma 2017 is full...so Read More
2016-11-02 01:00
As promised everyone, the latest free e-book is now all written up and available for you to download! Just enter your details down below and you’ll be sent through the page wher… Read More
2016-10-26 01:48
Commercial talcums are usually made from magnesium silicate, many also contain some asbestos and aluminium and some studies have linked talcum powder with ovarian cancers! They may also caus… Read More
2016-10-11 22:35
Split ends? Dry hair? Our hair gets a battering over time doesn't it? Over washing, blow drying, straightening, sun, rain, stress!! If you have dry, split hair, treat yourself to this luxuri… Read More
2016-10-03 03:34
It's true, this was going to be my last year of teaching diploma's at Cottage Hill Herbs. What with the bridge being out and the shop being closed, there's been a lot of work to be done in o… Read More
2016-10-01 08:34
A personal video message from Cottage Hill Herbs owner and herbalist, Donna Lee Read More
2016-09-26 02:55
If you've ever dropped a bit of rainbow salad on your crispy clean ,white summer shirt then you'll know all about this already. If you're a goth or don't eat salad, then listen up - beetroot… Read More
2016-09-17 02:47
You may or may not have noticed that our website is looking a little different as of this week. There have been some design changes taking place as well as added functionality, blog categori… Read More
2016-09-01 23:26
Scrub away winter dryness, for today it’s spring! This delicious scrub is so invigorating and you will love how your skin feels afterwards! It’s super easy to make so go n… Read More
2016-08-24 23:13
I’ve been making little booklets about herbs for years now. Usually I would have them in the shopfront so that people could help themselves, but with the physical shop being closed due… Read More
2016-08-17 00:33
Listed by the American Herb Society as “The 2007 Herb of the Year”, this dreamy herb is one that you cannot have enough of! Lemon balm is one of the most important herbs to have… Read More
2016-08-09 21:35
I don’t know about you, but this is one of those times during the year when my skin really needs a little extra moisture – especially my lips! So today I am sharing with you a be… Read More
2016-08-03 01:37
Medically called seborrheic dermatitis, this inflammatory condition’s cause is unknown although we know it has to do with exuberant production of oil which dries to form yellow, oily s… Read More
2016-07-26 22:14
This simple and srummy scrub is easy to make and delightful to use…and if that wasn’t enough, it will help you in reducing the appearance of cellulite when used regularly… Read More
2016-07-19 22:21
Before we get into specifically these oddly named ‘colloidal minerals’, let us take a quick look at how daily use of the correct minerals can cure many diseases, improve the qual… Read More
2016-07-13 04:41
Here’s a super simple, DELICIOUS and herbaceous recipe for you to try out this week! This is what you’ll need; ½ cup unsalted butter, softened 3 tblsp lemon balm, cho… Read More
2016-07-07 06:27
This extraordinary herb contains more than 75 nutritional compounds in approximately 1% of the plant. It has the ability to penetrate body tissue, up to seven layers deep. It cleanses and an… Read More
2016-06-16 22:00
In a recent newsletter I did a little feature on hydrosols, so I thought today I might give you some ideas of what to do with them!! Here is the write up from the newsletter for those who mi… Read More
2016-06-10 06:06
Ok folks, we’re gonna get the science of this topic out of the way first… This sciencey illustration below shows the chemical composition of Chlorophyll and Hemin (whole blood)… Read More
2016-06-03 04:18
Vitamin B6!! This amazing vitamin can achieve so much for so many conditions, it is beyond the scope of this article to cover them all – but I will endeavor to touch on mos… Read More
2016-05-23 06:48
As many of you know, Cottage Hill Herbs is not only home to a broad selection of herbs, products and magic, but also an array of animal friends who, like us, have a need for healthy… Read More
2016-05-06 02:36
We have been waiting about 2 years for this product to become available and I am very excited to finally be able to share this stunning and versatile product with you and have it available t… Read More
2016-04-21 03:10
It’s recipe time folks!! And here is a beautiful, gentle cleanser recipe that will have your pores singing! You can get all of these ingredients from our online shop, just e-mail me, d… Read More
2016-04-14 03:32
Cayenne – yes that’s right!! Dried, uncooked Cayenne pepper, the common kitchen spice is our featured herb this week! You may not know this, but Cayenne is a wonder her… Read More
2016-03-31 08:38
As consumers, we need to ask ourselves whether the cosmetics and personal care products we and our families use every day are more important to us than our long term health. We also need to… Read More
2016-03-24 08:08
This week I present a very simple lip balm recipe to keep your lips fresh, moist and healthy as we head towards the cooler parts of the year! Now is the time to prepare these recipes… Read More
2016-03-14 02:50
Peach leaves are a relaxant and an anti-inflammatory that are particularly helpful for the urinary tract, kidney and for problems like cystitis. The leaf is also cooling a… Read More
2016-02-29 22:00
Stress. We all suffer from it. Some of us experience it once in a while when something really taxing happens whilst others seem to live in such a constant state of stress that coming up… Read More
2016-02-23 04:49
The Legend of the Four Thieves; sounds spooky doesn’t it? I have chosen what I think you will find is an appropriately creepy image for this blog post, seeing as the legend in question… Read More
2016-02-04 22:01
Olive Leaf! I always tell my students that olive is the one herb that they need in their garden. It has saved the lives of my animals in emergency situations, it has helped my patients with… Read More
2016-01-26 21:30
It is a wonderful feeling to make your own products; knowing exactly what is going in to them from start to finish and feeling that satisfaction every time you use them. If you have never ma… Read More
2016-01-19 22:05
Just like us, animals can suffer from anger, fear, sadness, stress and all the rest, and just like us they can benefit greatly from the addition of flower essences! Flower essences are gentl… Read More
2016-01-13 22:00
It’s been a challenging few months here at the herb farm, what with the bridge going out and having to close the shop to the public until further notice. The future of the bridge is st… Read More
2016-01-07 22:00
Happy Friday everyone! This week I want to share with you what I feel is the most important ingredient for your skincare. This amazing oil has a unique ability to penetrate deep… Read More
2015-12-30 04:02
UPDATE ON STORE CLOSURE: December 30th 2015: Due to the only bridge leading to our herb shop collapsing, unfortunately the shop is still closed to the public. However, we are tak… Read More
2015-12-30 00:01
It’s a beautiful day here at Cottage Hill Herb Farm, and there is lots happening out in the garden. Right now the roses are nearly finished their bloom, but the Fev… Read More
2015-12-17 03:19
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to all of our customers and thank you for supporting us for the last 12 months. Looking forward to another great year with you in 2016 Read More
2015-12-16 23:19
Arthritis and joint pain is caused by stagnant fluids, uric acid and the build up of sediment around the joint. Excellent pain relief may be obtained by massaging this oil into the affected… Read More
2015-12-16 22:35
Roses engender a soothing, calming “Rescue Remedy” like impact on our whole being. Roses comfort and purify our emotional being, calming our mindset and heart, bringing in peace… Read More
2015-12-03 02:44
1 Litre Organic Apple Cider Vinegar 2 Tbsp. Rosemary 2 Tbsp. Sliced Ginger Root 2 Tbsp. Mint Leaves Combine all ingredients in glass bottle with a non metal lid. Shake daily for 3 weeks &nda&hell…Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
2.5gms Xanthan Gum 50ml Manuka Hydrosol 50ml Thyme Hydrosol Blend the gum with the hydrosols using a stick blender till gel is smooth. Then add: 5 drops Citricidal C… 10 drops Ti-tree… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
25% Withania Root 20% Catnip 20% Skullcap 15% Passionflower… 10% Chamomile 10% Liquorice Root Take the Withania and Liquorice Root and gently simmer in 4.5 cups water, with the lid on… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
Herbal Honeys are very simple to create, make unique gifts, soothing medicines and delicious culinary delights for the kitchen. To make your honey, you will need a double boiler, herbs and s… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
FOR SALADS, VEGETABLES, EGGS, COTTAGE CHEESE ETC: 1 Tsp Finely chopped dried lemon peel 1 Tblsp Lemon Balm leaves 2 Tsp White Pepper 2 Tsp Paprika 2 Tsp Thyme 2 Tsp Onion Powder or Granules… Read More
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