Some preparations come from study, and others come from experience. Gardeners Salve belongs to the latter.
 
This botanical salve was one of the first preparations crafted at Verdigris Market Garden, created to support hardworking hands exposed to soil, weather, frequent washing, and the everyday wear of life. Whether in the garden, at the sink, or during long days in healthcare, it quickly became a quiet staple—kept close at hand wherever skin needed a little extra care.
 
A nourishing base of olive, grapeseed, and coconut oils is infused with a traditional blend of herbs including basil, lavender, calendula, comfrey, and chamomile. These botanicals have long been valued in herbal preparations for their gentle, comforting qualities and their ability to support skin that feels dry, stressed, or overworked.
 
Beeswax lends the salve its protective structure, helping seal in moisture while creating a light barrier against environmental dryness. The result is a balm that softens rough areas and restores suppleness to skin that has been exposed to the elements.
 
Gardeners Salve is especially appreciated on hands, feet, elbows, knees, and other areas where skin tends to become dry or weathered. Many who use it find it becomes a daily companion—kept near the garden sink, tucked into a work bag, or resting beside the kitchen basin.
 
Lightly scented with essential oils of lavender and calendula, the aroma is soft, herbal, and quietly grounding.
 
Suggested Use
 
Warm a small amount between the fingers and massage into dry or weathered areas of skin as needed.
 
Simple, practical, and deeply rooted in botanical tradition, Gardeners Salve remains one of the foundational preparations of Verdigris Market Garden.