Verdigris Market Garden

03/23/2026

Come and see us next month in Cincinnati!

I will be giving readings at the Spring Body, Mind and Spirit Expo April 11th and 12th at the Sharonville Convention Center. 11355 Chester Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45246! Stop on by and sign up for a reading and shop Verdigris Market Garden's botanical personal care and wellness products while you are there!

03/22/2026

We are back at it! The Chicken Palace Project is moving forward since we had some lovely weather this weekend. The last two winter storms did some serious damage to the existing coop, we've stabilized it and the girls are fine, but we needed to kick start the completion of the new compound...we did a fair amount of work this weekend! Next weekend we should be able to enclose it completely! Unfortunately, the garden kitties will no longer be able to use it, but we have a summer project to build them a new shelter!

03/20/2026

Elderflower + Elderberry — In Support of Balanced Blood Sugar

As we close our Elderberry Herb of the Week, we want to highlight one of the ways this plant shows up in our apothecary.

Both elderflower and elderberry have a long history of traditional use in supporting metabolic balance — particularly in helping the body maintain healthy blood sugar regulation as part of an overall wellness routine.

They are thoughtfully combined in our:

Blood Sugar Balance Botanical Tincture

This formula was crafted to:
• Support healthy glucose metabolism
• Encourage metabolic steadiness
• Complement a balanced lifestyle and nourishing diet

Like all of our botanical formulations, it is rooted in traditional herbal wisdom and designed for daily, sustainable support.

Explore the full formulation here:
https://www.verdigrismarketgarden.com/product-page/blood-sugar-balance-botanical-tincture

Educational only. Not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent disease. Always use good judgment and seek appropriate medical care when needed.

Support healthy glucose metabolism and steady energy with Blood Sugar Balance, a thoughtfully crafted botanical blend designed to complement balanced nutrition and daily wellness. This formula brings together traditional herbs long valued for their supportive role in maintaining balanced blood sugar...

03/19/2026

Elderflower & Elderberry — A Plant of Many Traditions

Our Herb of the Week reminds us that elder is more than a seasonal staple — it’s a plant woven through kitchen, apothecary, and craft.

Here are a few ways elder has been traditionally used:

✨ Elderflowers
• Infused into syrups, cordials, and honeys for bright floral beverages
• Steeped as a gentle tea traditionally used during seasonal transitions
• Added to facial steams for aromatic botanical skin rituals

🍇 Elderberries
• Simmered into traditional syrups for immune resilience
• Prepared into jams, shrubs, and oxymels (berries must always be properly cooked)
• Crafted into glycerites and tinctures for the apothecary shelf

🧵 Fabric & Craft
• Elderberries produce beautiful muted purple-to-grey natural dyes (with mordant variation)
• Historically used for inks and staining applications
• Hollow elder stems were traditionally fashioned into simple whistles and flutes

From nourishment to resilience to creative expression, elder is truly a whole-plant gift.

Which use surprises you most?

03/18/2026

Herb of the Week: Elderberry

There’s a reason elderberry has remained a seasonal staple for generations.

In this short video, we share why this deeply pigmented berry continues to be one of the most trusted botanicals for immune resilience — especially during times of environmental and seasonal stress.

If you’ve ever wondered:
• What makes elderberry so valued?
• When to use it?
• Why it belongs in a modern apothecary?

This quick watch will give you clarity.

Watch here:
https://youtu.be/lwt_1zu7-lk

As always, our content is educational and rooted in traditional herbal wisdom — empowering you to build a thoughtful, well-stocked home apothecary.

03/18/2026

Dark as night, but your beauty shines bright! Just under the wire for the new moon, our Savon Noir has been made and molded!

03/17/2026

Herb of the Week: Elderberry
A time-honored botanical for immune resilience.

For centuries, elderberry has been used as a traditional ally during seasonal transitions — especially when the body benefits from extra support.

Deeply pigmented and rich in protective plant compounds, elderberry has long been appreciated for helping the body respond well to environmental stressors and maintain balanced immune function.

In this week’s blog, we explore:
• The traditional roots of elderberry
• Why it remains a seasonal staple
• How to incorporate it thoughtfully into your routine

If you keep elderberry in your apothecary (or are curious whether you should), this is a wonderful place to begin.

Read the full post here:
https://www.verdigrismarketgarden.com/post/elderberry-a-traditional-herb-for-immune-resilience

As always, our content is educational and intended to help you make informed, empowered wellness decisions.

Medical Disclaimer: The information provided in this blog series is for general knowledge and educational purposes only. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or medical condition. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider before beginning any new herbal regim...

03/15/2026

We are ready to see everyone in Loveland today from 10am-4pm

03/12/2026

A quiet walk through our new Cincinnati space.
Our Botanicals, Apothecary, and Home collections are now available at Painted Tree.
It’s been a winter of building — and we’re grateful to see the shelves filled and the lights on.
If you’re in the area, we hope you’ll stop by.
11315 Montgomery Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45249

03/11/2026

We’ll be in Loveland this Sunday for the Avant Garde Arts & Craft Show.

If you’d like to shop in person, ask questions, or explore our herbal collections up close — we’d love to see you.

Sunday, March 15
RSVP Event Center
453 Wards Corner Rd, Loveland, OH 45140
10am–4pm

And of course, our Cincinnati Painted Tree location in Cincinnati (Montgomery Rd.) is open year-round.

03/10/2026

Over the past several weeks, we’ve been building our new retail space at Painted Tree in Cincinnati.

Here’s a look at the process — from empty booth to finished apothecary shelves.
It’s been a season of steady work, and we’re grateful to now be open.

If you’re nearby, we’d love for you to visit.

03/09/2026

Verdigris Market Garden is now open at Painted Tree in Cincinnati!

Over the winter months, we’ve been quietly building this space — a permanent retail home for our Botanicals, Apothecary, and Home collections.

If you’re in the Cincinnati area, you can now browse our products year-round in person.

We’ll also be in Loveland this Sunday for the Avant Garde Arts & Craft Show.
It feels good to be growing, steadily.
— Kenneth