The Florida Herb Society

The last meeting of our 53rd season ended with a beautiful tea party. We will begin planning for our next season which begins in September. Have a safe and happy summer !

Today is the day Herb Friends! The final gathering of the season!! Time for a Tea Party!!!
Ware your fanciest hat and bring your favorite tea cup along with a guest to enjoy the festivities. We have some delightful treats to share. As well as our usual educational portion of the evening. Herb of the Month is Black Pepper and Linda will be talking about natural cleaners as well. Added bonus: Elections are tonight for the next sessions board members. Be a seed that grows this beautiful community.
To enjoy an evening with us, drive to Clearwater. Gates reopen at Moccosin Lake Nature Preserve at 6. Walk to The Lodge at the end of the parking Lot. Party starts at 6:30. 🍀🐝

Our local source of SO much wisdom! 🤓🍀

June 16th will be our last meeting of the season. We will be planning speakers and workshops for the upcoming year If you know someone who would be a good fit or if you would like to present an herbal lecture or workshop next season, please let us know by reaching out to our programmers, Linda Nash Stevenson and Kris Konstantakos. Also, we have openings on our board for next year, some of these are Membership, Secretary and Social media & Web-maker . We will be having elections at this meeting and everyone is welcome to run for any office. It has been a wonderful season and we look forward to this months highlight - our high tea.

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Birth month herbs!

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Photos can not capture the Sweetness of gathering in COMMUNITY to Celebrate the Magic of Moon Gardens 🤩

Fabulous opportunity with an Amazing team doing Great things!
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We’re growing our team at Traditions School of Herbal Studies and , and we’re looking for someone who is organized, dependable, energetic, and excited to be part of a fast-paced herbal and wellness community.
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This is not a “sit behind the desk” type of job. We’re looking for someone who takes initiative, enjoys working with people, thrives in a dynamic environment, and can help keep classes, events, and clinic operations running smoothly. In return, you’ll get to work in a fun, mission-driven environment surrounded by herbal medicine, education, and a supportive community.

Our ideal candidate:
🌺Has a genuine interest in herbalism, wellness, or alternative healthcare
🌺Is personable, professional, and reliable
🌺Can confidently multitask and adapt as needed
🌺Pays attention to details and follows through
🌺Is self-motivated and willing to jump in where needed
🌺Works well independently and as part of a team
🌺Has reliable transportation
🌺Can lift 30 lbs.
🌺Has basic math and computer skills

This position will average approximately 10–20 hours per week, depending on class and event schedules. Flexibility is important. Candidates should be available most Thursday evenings, some Friday evenings, and Saturdays.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Assisting with class registration and student check-in
Providing operational and administrative support during classes and events
Supporting clinic and school organization
Assisting with social media, newsletters, and marketing projects
Helping create a welcoming and professional experience for students and clients

Preferred Skills:
High comfort level with Google Suite
Social media experience
Mailchimp
Canva
Jumbula class registration software (or willingness to learn quickly)

Perks:
Discounted herbs, services, and classes
Flexible scheduling
A fun and engaging work environment
Opportunities to learn more about herbalism and holistic health

To apply, please bring your resume to: AcuHerbals/Traditions
6340 Central Ave.
St. Petersburg, FL

Hours: Monday–Friday: 9 AM–5 PM
Saturday: 9 AM–4 PM

Who would like to grow one of these beauties?

In the Victorian language of flowers — a symbolic system known as floriography — lemon verbena meant sensitivity, making it a choice for those who wished to communicate tender emotion without words. This was in an era in which plants and flowers were assigned specific meanings, and the giving or wearing of a particular herb or bloom could convey a nuanced personal message. Lemon verbena's association with sensitivity likely stemmed from its delicate nature: its leaves bruise easily at the touch, releasing their bright, lemony fragrance as if responding to the gentlest handling — a fitting metaphor for an emotionally attuned spirit.

This symbolism translated beautifully into everyday Victorian life. Women would sew fresh or dried lemon verbena leaves into the darts of their dresses, allowing body warmth to gently release the scent throughout the day — a kind of living perfume. Sprigs were tucked into handkerchiefs and nosegays, small hand-held bouquets carried both for fragrance and symbolic meaning. At the dining table, the herb found its way into finger bowls, those small basins of water set out between courses for rinsing fingertips, where floating lemon verbena leaves lent a refined, aromatic elegance to the ritual. Together, these customs paint a picture of a plant deeply woven into the sensory and social fabric of Victorian femininity.

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We had great fun last year as Sara presented natural dyes for us at City of Clearwater Moccasin Lake Nature Park. If you can’t make it to this class, check out her website for upcoming events. 🤩

🌸Discover the art of creating beauty from the garden

🌿Join Herbalist Sara Ratza for an afternoon of Plant Dyeing & Eco Printing — where color, creativity, and herbal wisdom meet.

✨ Learn how to transform plants into natural dyes and prints while deepening your connection to Florida’s native flora.

📅 November 22 | 1:00–2:45 PM
📍 Traditions School of Herbal Studies
💰 $15
Hosted by the Florida (West Coast) Chapter of the American Herbalists Guild