Intermediate~11 hours12 lessons

The Four-Season Apothecary — What to Make When

The annual rhythm of harvest, preparation, and use that produces a working apothecary

Twelve lessons on the seasonal rhythm of herbal practice — what to harvest in each season, what to make when, what to use when. You will learn the natural pacing of a year-round apothecary, how to plan ahead so preparations are ready when needed, and the wisdom of working with rather than against the seasons.

Taught by Deidre Starner, Master Herbalist

What you'll learn

  • Identify the harvest priorities for each season in your region
  • Schedule preparation work to match available material and time
  • Build seasonal stockpiles that meet your needs through the year
  • Use seasonal preparations at appropriate times in the annual cycle
  • Coordinate herbal practice with the rhythms of your specific climate

Course outline

  1. 1

    Course Welcome — The Annual Rhythm of Herbal Practice

    25 minFree preview
  2. 2

    Spring — Emergence and First Harvests

    40 minFree preview
  3. 3

    Summer — Peak Harvest Season

    45 min
  4. 4

    Autumn — Roots, Fruits, and Preparation for Winter

    40 min
  5. 5

    Winter — Indoor Work, Planning, and Processing

    35 min
  6. 6

    Transitions Between Seasons

    30 min
  7. 7

    Annual Inventory and Planning

    30 min
  8. 8

    Spring-Specific Preparations

    30 min
  9. 9

    Summer-Specific Preparations

    30 min
  10. 10

    Autumn-Specific Preparations

    35 min
  11. 11

    Winter-Specific Preparations

    30 min
  12. 12

    Capstone — Build a Seasonal Plan for Your Practice

    50 min