Dandelion Tea

A broadleaf herbicide will only kill broadleaf weeds, such as dandelions. Once dandelion flowers have emerged, the dandelion is far more resistant to herbicides and the herbicide, broadleaf or non-selective, will not be as effective.The most effective,...

Thin to 6-8" apart as soon as seedlings are large enough to handle. Dry soil must be watered to ensure coolness and moisture, and for uniform germination.Unharvested plants will eventually make a flower stalk with the characteristic blue chicory flowers.

23,350 seeds/oz. Highly uniform strain. Slow-bolting and upright. In rows 18" apart. The flavor is bitter, with background sweetness. It is a cool weather crop and grows best at temperatures of 60-65°F (15.5-18.3°C).

Use a pot with drainage holes that is at least 6 inches (15 cm.) deep, fill it with potting soil and locate it in a bright indoor area.The width of your pot, the number of plants you grow in that pot and how densely they are planted really depends on...

I like to let them bloom until they get older and start making seeds, then I just pull them out.I've never forgotten how to make a dandelion crown, which is very easy, if you know how to braid.

17,200 seeds/oz. Clio is similar but superior to Catalogna Special. Clearly the best Catalogna type. In rows 18" apart. The flavor is bitter, with background sweetness. It is a cool weather crop and grows best at temperatures of 60-65°F (15.5-18.3°C).

The whole of it is a bit bitter, with a slightly sweet finish. The all occasion green tea. Take it to with you go to watch your kid's soccer practice or serve with a little sugar for a night playing board games with friends.

Fragrant, sweet, creamy, floral… we could go on and on and on about this rooibos tisane. It's sort of the most amazing thing ever. Just really, seriously, do this. You'll thank us.

This was a period of great technological, economic, political, and culinary achievements. Green teas were placed in containers with powerful aromatics such as tangerine peel or cassia bark and allowed to absorb their flavor.

The overall effect might be thought to be overly herbal, even medicine-y. Also called Green Chai, this delightful tisane offers a Western interpretation of chai. Green tea is carefully measured with rosemary, sage, lemon peel, and rose petal for a fragrant...

Maybe a big glass of orange juice and some freshly cut figs on the side. The smell is intensely fruity, but the taste is all jam and dried fruit. This is a black tea that provides all the health benefits and plenty of full-bodied flavor but without any...

This is the black tea for those days when you decide you need a mental health day. It's a black tea that'll nudge you awake in due time, and the addition of dried blackberry leaves will instill a bit of serenity into your late morning.

Scented green teas were generally reserved for the Imperial court, though other high ranking and wealthy families were able to indulge in them. Jasmine blossoms are plucked at night when closed and then placed in containers of green tea.

Often served with a bit of cream and sugar Earl Grey is the perfect tea time cup. The result is ethereal. It was actually a fraudulent product passed off as the real thing, the tea equivalent of buying an authentic Prada bag from the trunk of a car.

Rather this herbal infusion effuses lemon via lemon balm, lemon verbena, and lemongrass; three very citrusy herbs that offer depth to contrast with the peppermint and spearmint. After that we add heaps of sugar, some more water, and then serve it over...

Morocco has a very important tea culture that focuses on the use of green tea leaves and mint leaves. A classic combination that still is still appreciated in the modern world. A refreshing and traditional tea from Morocco.

Strong and heavy with astringent green flavor and citrus, and with a hit of smoke at the back it's a tea that packs a welcoming wallop at the start or end of a meal. It's a classic green tea to serve before a meal or as a simple digestif.

Prized for its floral aroma and musky - even spicy - flavor Darjeeling is one of the most prized teas in the world. The amber pour of this tea is floral in aroma – imagine daisies and lilacs – and the flavor is musky as a rough block of sandalwood...

The overall flavor is merry to say the least and sure to call on memories of hot cider, cranberry sauce, and dried orange peels tossed in the fireplace to perfume the home. This tisane consists of a candy-like hibiscus base with frills of dried orange...

Strain out the tea. Stir the gelatin mixture into the cream and dissolve. Yet, from the first sip you can feel vitamins, antioxidants, and a hint of caffeine begin to surge through your body and give you that extra jolt of energy you need to get through...

Kukicha is a unique tea that is wonderful with a bit of citrus juice and a shot of simple syrup. An unassuming tea from Japan it looks like a simple collection of twigs. And, in fact, it is.

This tea is excellent for any laidback occasion. A perfect blend of tropical fruits from the Pacific Rim and tea from mainland China. This is a fruity tea with a bitter back that pairs perfectly for a breezy outdoor breakfast with sticky slices of pineapple...

The dried leaves are crisp and thin making a beautiful brew when infused. Ceylon Black Tea w/ Silver Tips The tea features prominent, very fine, and wiry silver tips that stand out against the dark slender Flowery Orange Pekoe.

With each sip you can taste the mellow hints of sour-cherry halves accompanied by papaya, pineapple bits, and rose petals. Cherries & Jasmine Blossoms Green Tea This tea Features traditional sencha green tea leaves that are complemented with bold colors...

This tea has a strong finish and can be enjoyed hot or cold. Orange Blossom Oolong Tea This Oolong blend features a deep, bold oolong tea leaf accompanied by accents of orange. Ingredients: Oolong tea, orange blossoms, natural flavoring

This production style involves having the leaves undergo an additional fermentation process after they are dried. Yunnan Pu-erh Tea Pu-erh, sometimes referred to as Bolay, is a variety of post-fermented tea produced in Yunnan province, China.

The leaves are simply plucked and dried making it one of the most prominent green teas available. Green Silk Maofeng This tea is a great example of a fine tasting tea with "minimalist" and "simple" processing.