Aerie Waters Apothecary

10/17/2026

Buckets of rain and high winds are a bad idea for a tent and a table full of delicate items. We are sorry we will be missing you at the White Stone Street Market today. See you next at Irvington’s Farmers Market on Nov 7 ☔️💨

10/02/2026

LOTS of new items to share with you at tomorrow’s farmers market in Irvington, VA (from 9-1)! Teas, tinctures, balms, simmer pots (natural home fragrance), saining bundles, besoms plus of course our fire ciders. Let us help you get ready for fall! 🍁 (come early to avoid the 🌧️)

09/28/2026

Come out this Saturday and see us! 🍁

09/20/2026

Looking forward to our upcoming markets! We’ll be at the Irvington Farmer's Market on Oct 3 and Nov 7. We will be at the White Stone Street Market on Oct 17. And we will be in Kilmarnock for the Artfully Curated event on Nov 14. Fingers crossed for beautiful weather and smiling faces! ☀️

09/12/2026

These trees are wearing usnea or “old man’s beard.” Herbalists treasure this lichen, which grows all across North America, calling it “nature’s antibiotics.” It grows VERY slowly and what hangs from the trees is still living. If you find it, PLEASE don’t pull it from the trees. Gather what you need from what the wind has loosened and brought to the ground for you to take. I promise that will be enough.

Have you ever seen old man’s beard in your woods?

08/16/2026

08/16/2026

There are some plants that seem to bring an entire garden to life. 🌿

Tulsi — also known as holy basil — is one of them.

Beloved in herbal traditions for centuries, tulsi is what herbalists call an adaptogen: a plant traditionally used to help the body meet periods of stress with a little more steadiness and resilience. I especially love it for those moments when life feels like a lot — when you are looking for support finding your footing again. Tulsi is a beloved plant ally. And a favorite of the bees. 🐝

Plus it has found its way into something new I’m working on for Aerie Waters. 💫

08/04/2026

🌸 Red Clover: The Meadow’s Quiet Healer

At first glance, red clover is simply a beautiful pink bloom scattered through summer fields. But for generations, herbalists have looked beyond its beauty.

The flowering tops of red clover (Trifolium pratense) have long been treasured as a gentle herb that supports the body’s natural processes of balance and renewal. Traditionally, they’ve been used to:

🍃 Support healthy lymphatic function

🌸 Offer gentle support during menopause

💗 Nourish the skin from within

🌿 Provide antioxidant-rich minerals and plant compounds

🍵 Make a pleasantly mild, slightly sweet herbal tea

When harvesting, herbalists gather the fresh flower heads just as they’re fully opened, when the blossoms are vibrant and buzzing with pollinators. (Don’t worry—the bees always get first dibs. 🐝 And I always leave enough for Mother Nature.)

Every common wildflower has a story. Red clover reminds us that some of the most valuable medicines don’t grow in remote forests—they bloom beneath our feet every summer.

Have you ever noticed red clover growing along a country road or in an old meadow?

As always, herbal traditions are just that—traditions. Herbs aren’t one-size-fits-all, and it’s wise to consult a qualified healthcare professional before using herbs medicinally, especially if you’re pregnant, nursing, or taking medications.

07/29/2026

Rest is not a luxury. It is one of the foundations of well-being.

Yet for so many of us, truly restorative sleep feels just out of reach.

For generations, herbalists have turned to plants like valerian root, lemon balm, skullcap, passionflower, California poppy, and motherwort to help welcome the quiet that sleep requires.

Coming soon: Nightfall. 🌙

A botanical blend created by Aerie Waters Apothecary for the evening hours. 🌱

07/23/2026

Take advantage of the dark skies at Tuckahoe State Park to view the Perseid Meteor Shower on Saturday, 8/15/26 at 7:30 PM. In partnership with volunteers the Delaware Astronomical Society, a variety of telescopes will be available for use.