We offer bulk herbs, teas, and other wellness products and services. We currently have 126 herbs on our shelves, 71 of which start at $3.00 per ounce.
Come see us @ The Serpent's Key in Downtown Hanover, Pa. Sometimes a new endeavor begins when a mom, who absolutely loved being a mom and enjoyed her children immensely, has to cope with a huge empty nest. Necessity prompts her that it is time to follow a different path. So, she went back to school – an excellent coping strategy, albeit an expensive one. When she completed her first Master’s degree in Nutrition and Herbal Medicine, Hedgewitch Enterprises (HER) was born in a little office in Abbottstown, PA, during the fall of 2017. However, she very much loved the process of learning and though she did learn a great deal with first degree, she wanted to learn much more about plant medicine. She continued for another year and completed a second Masters in Therapeutic Herbalism. She found that her heart truly lies with the plants that can heal us and with the people who need them. So, HER expanded a little and opened a small booth, Herbs & Sympathy, at The Markets of Hanover in August 2018 with the intention of helping more people and upholding her mission statement. By February 2019, she had expanded again into a larger booth at the market and moved the private office to a home office to conserve time and resources. She loved the name of her little booth so much that she decided to change our business name to Herbs & Sympathy. In July 2022, she expanded a third time into a bigger space. As she has retired from her “muggle” job in December 2021, she can now devote more time to Herbs & Sympathy and she is ready to spread her roots and grow. In keeping with this, Herbs & Sympathy has now relocated to 28 Carlisle street and is partnering with The Serpent's Key. Come and spend some time with us. We would love to share how plants – leaf, petal, root – can heal us and move us from here to healthy. Our Mission is to strive through honest, heartfelt, educated intention and earth conscious endeavors to create and to bring to clients and customers, services and products that support body, soul and mind. In peace,
Faith
01/13/2026
✨ Organic Elderberry Syrup Kits Are Here! ✨
Cold & flu season doesn’t stand a chance 💪🍇
Our Organic Elderberry Syrup Kits make it easy to create your own immune-supporting syrup at home!
Each kit includes:
🌿 Organic elderberries
🌿 Cinnamon sticks
📜 Simple step-by-step instructions
Just add water + your favorite sweetener (like honey), simmer, strain, and enjoy! Perfect for daily wellness support, soothing sore throats, and seasonal immune care.
📍 Available now at Herbs & Sympathy
📍 Inside The Serpent’s Key Shoppe – 28 Carlisle St, Hanover PA
Small batch • Handmade • Herbalist-approved
01/13/2026
Not sure which herbal class is right for you?
✨ Come ask first.
Ask the Herbalist is a free, welcoming space to explore your questions before committing to a class. Many folks start here — and leave feeling empowered to go deeper.
📅 January 15th | 6–7pm
📍 28 Carlisle St. Hanover PA
💚 FREE | No ticket required
01/11/2026
Faith Peck, M.S., is our in-house herbalist — and she is only available in person during scheduled events 🌿
Ask the Herbalist is one of the best opportunities to connect with her, ask your questions, and learn how herbal medicine can support your daily life.
✨ No pressure
✨ No prior knowledge needed
✨ Just curiosity
📅 January 15th | 6–7pm
📍 Hanover PA
💚 FREE
01/11/2026
Last night reminded us why we do this 💚
Thank you to everyone who came out to learn, ask questions, laugh, and explore the world of herbal medicine with us. These classes are more than education — they’re about building a community rooted in curiosity, care, and shared growth.
We’re so grateful for each of you 🌿
01/10/2026
Men’s health is often overlooked — especially when it comes to everyday support, prevention, and long-term wellness 🌿
Our Herbs for Men’s Health class is an educational evening focused on how herbal medicine has traditionally supported:
• Energy & vitality
• Stress & nervous system health
• Digestion & longevity
Sam is in-store helping pour the water, answer questions, and serve up warm cups of comfort — because everyone deserves a cup of tea.
✨ Pay What You Can
✨ Bulk Teas Freshly restocked yesterday
✨ Come as you are
Whether you’re here to explore herbs, warm your hands, or just take a quiet moment for yourself, you’re always welcome at our table.
📍 28 Carlisle St. Hanover PA - the shoppe within the shoppe @ Serpent's Key
🫖 Every Second Saturday
01/10/2026
Have questions about herbs you’ve been holding onto? 🌿
Join us for Ask the Herbalist with our in-house expert, Faith Peck, M.S.
This is your chance to:
• Ask questions
• Learn how herbs & food work together
• Explore herbal medicine at your own pace
✨ This month’s topic: Food as Herbal Medicine
✨ All ages & experience levels welcome
✨ FREE to attend — no ticket needed
📅 January 15th | 6–7pm
📍 28 Carlisle St. Hanover PA
01/10/2026
🌿🌙 Valerian Root 🌙🌿
Valeriana officinalis
— an herbal staple we keep on the shelves for sleep support, sedative properties, and parasite support.
Valerian root is a powerful, deeply grounding herb traditionally used to calm the nervous system and relax the body. It’s especially helpful when rest feels elusive or the body is holding onto tension.
👃 Real talk moment:
Valerian root is not here to win any fragrance awards 😅
It’s famously known for smelling like stinky feet or old gym socks — and oddly enough, that’s how you know you’ve got the good stuff. Potent medicine often isn’t pretty, but it works.
🌱 How Valerian Root Supports the Body:
• Supports deep sleep and improved sleep quality
• Acts as a natural sedative for nervous system overactivity
• Helps calm anxiety, restlessness, and racing thoughts
• Traditionally used in protocols supporting parasite cleansing
• Relaxes muscle tension and nervous agitation
🌿 Why We Keep It on Hand:
Valerian isn’t a light, gentle bedtime herb — it’s strong, earthy, and effective, best suited for folks who need deeper nervous system support rather than a soft lullaby.
⚠️ Important Notes:
• Very sedating — start low and go slow
• Avoid combining with sleep meds, sedatives, or alcohol
• Some people find it stimulating instead of calming
• Not recommended during pregnancy
☕ How to Use:
Best prepared as a simmered decoction.
Gently simmer 1 tsp for 10–15 minutes, strain, and sip in the evening (hold your nose if needed 😉).
📍 Available at Herbs & Sympathy
🫙 Organic | Loose herb |rooted, strong, and honest medicine
🌿🌙
01/10/2026
🌙✨ Tea Restock Alert! ✨🌙
Freshly reblended and back on the shelves today! These beloved herbal blends were lovingly refreshed and are ready to support your daily rituals, moon magic, and self-care moments.
Now available:
🍃 Fairy Land Tea
🌸 Feminine Tea
🌿 Nettle Belly Tea
🌕 Full Moon Tea
🌑 New Moon Tea
💙 Blue Moon Tea
😌 Stress Less Tea
💤 Prelude to Dreamland
🧙♀️Witch's Tea - we now have 2 jars stocked on the shelf - for this favorite tea!
Each blend is crafted with intention, organic herbs, and a whole lot of heart. Come smell, explore, and find the one your body is calling for today 💫
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Sometimes a new endeavor begins when a mom, who absolutely loved being a mom and enjoyed her children immensely, has to cope with a huge empty nest. Necessity prompts her that it is time to follow a different path. So, I went back to school – an excellent coping strategy, albeit an expensive one. When I completed my first Master’s degree in Nutrition and Herbal Medicine, Hedgewitch Enterprises (HER) was born in a little office in Abbottstown, PA, during the fall of 2017. However, I very much love the process of learning and though I did learn a great deal with first degree, I wanted to learn much more about plant medicine. So, I continued for another year and completed a second Masters in Therapeutic Herbalism. I found that my heart truly lies with the plants that can heal us and with the people who need them. So, HER expanded a little and opened a small booth, Herbs & Sympathy, at The Markets of Hanover in August 2018 with the intention of helping more people and upholding her mission statement. By February 2019, she had to expanded again into a larger booth at the market and moved the private office to a home office to conserve time and resources. We love the name of our little booth so much that we decided to change our business name to Herbs & Sympathy.
I feel very blessed and grateful to be on this path and am very happy that my youngest and his lady love have decided to join me. Please come and spend some time with us. We would love to share how plants – leaf, petal, root – can move us from here to healthy.
Our Mission is to strive through honest, heartfelt, educated intention and earth conscious endeavors to create and to bring to clients and customers, services and products that support body, soul and mind.
