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Basil – The King of Herbs
Benefits: Â Anti-inflammatory, supports digestion, rich in antioxidants. Basil is a staple in many kitchens, but its benefits go far...
Kenneth Wright
Mar 31 min read
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Discovering the Beauty and Tranquility of Kingwood Center Gardens in Mansfield, Ohio
Tucked away in the charming city of Mansfield, Ohio, lies a horticultural haven that promises a serene escape from the everyday hustle...
Kenneth Wright
Jun 3, 20243 min read
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A Rose By Any Other Name
Nestled within the bustling urban landscape of Columbus, Ohio, lies a hidden gem that offers a serene escape from the daily grind—the...
Kenneth Wright
Jun 3, 20243 min read
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Exploring the Rustic Charm of Malabar Farm: A Journey Through Time and Nature
I am always on the hunt for inspiration, so I take a lot of little day trips to places in Ohio that interest me. A few weeks back when...
Kenneth Wright
May 10, 20243 min read
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Cruising for Chicks in Amish Country
We do love our day trips. Owning an urban farm and running a business do not leave a whole lot of time for vacations or even leisure...
Kenneth Wright
Apr 23, 20243 min read
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The Fantastic Yet Humble Rose
Making our popular vitamin C eye treatment starts with the humble, yet remarkable rose. We grow a couple of heritage and native Ohio...
Kenneth Wright
Apr 18, 20241 min read
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Eco Friendly Product Testing
Part of our work at Verdigris is seeking out products that make our lives easier and do so with the planet in mind. We all understand...
Kenneth Wright
Apr 11, 20242 min read
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Visit the Ohio Herb Center
On a particularly nice afternoon, I wanted to get out of the house after spending the morning writing, I wanted to go somewhere that was...
Kenneth Wright
Apr 3, 20242 min read
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A Rite of Spring
Inspiration comes from everywhere. I wanted to be out in the sunshine for a little bit today to keep my promise to myself to be outside...
Kenneth Wright
Mar 25, 20241 min read
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On The Hunt For Trees!
The weather has been very changeable lately. Every Spring day in Central Ohio is a toss up weather wise so we take advantage when it is...
Kenneth Wright
Mar 21, 20242 min read
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Apple Cider Vinegar to Four Thieves Vinegar (Vinegar de Marseille)
Each autumn we pick apples and then supplement that picking from our own trees by going to a local orchard. I use some of the apples as...
Kenneth Wright
Feb 29, 20242 min read
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Herbal Road Trip!
For half of January, our water in the house was down to a trickle…we were not happy campers, but that is what happens when there are...
Kenneth Wright
Feb 7, 20242 min read
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Growing Herbs Indoors
There are numerous, simple ways to grow herbs indoors. A sunny, warm window is usually all we need to get a few pots of herbs going to...
Kenneth Wright
Jan 22, 20243 min read
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New Years Day Nature Walk and Location Scouting
Will and I always take a nature walk on New Year’s Day. It is a tradition I have held for most of my life and something Will and I have...
Kenneth Wright
Jan 3, 20241 min read
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A Trip to the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Gardens
We recently visited the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Gardens. This is not normally a winter trip, but we really wanted to get out of...
Kenneth Wright
Jan 3, 20241 min read
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New Product Testing
As any business person will tell you that you need to constantly innovate to grow your business, at Verdigris, we are no different. As...
Kenneth Wright
Jan 3, 20241 min read
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New Blog, New News!
New Video Series I have been asked more times than I can remember if I would be willing or would want to teach a class on herbalism. ...
Kenneth Wright
Jan 3, 20241 min read
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