30 Gifts for Beginner Herbalists: A Wellness Gift Guide

Are you just starting to dive into the world of natural wellness? Are you looking to grow your home apothecary? These 30 gifts for beginner herbalists encompass everything you need to get started on your herbalism journey.

What is Herbal Wellness?

According to Johns Hopkins, herbal supplements are, “Products made from botanicals, or plants, that are used to treat diseases or to maintain health are called herbal products, botanical products, or phytomedicines. ” They explain that many prescription drugs and over-the-counter medicines also contain powerful plant medicines.

When talking about herbal wellness, we are usually talking about plants in their pure and natural form used to prevent or treat medical issues. Always consult your doctor about your symptoms and before starting any kind of herbal medicine (especially since they can interact with any other medications you might be taking).

In our house, we believe in a mix of traditional herbal medicine for prevention and common ailments, but prefer to rely on the professionals and modern medicine for the more serious stuff.

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As a beginner herbalist myself, I am no expert. These gifts for beginner herbalists are simply recommendations of herbal wellness items that I personally use, love, or have on my wish list (Santa, can you hear me?).

Gifts for Beginner Herbalists

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Herbs

For any beginner herbalist, the price of herbs can really add up! The cheapest way to obtain herbs is through sustainable and ethical foraging, but sometimes that is not possible due to weather, region, or skill level. When buying dried herbs, it is important to purchase from a store with ethical and sustainable harvesting practices.

My favorite companies for herbs are Frontier Co-Op, Starwest Botanicals, and Mountain Rose Herbs.

Here is a list of my favorite herbs and herb blends that would be useful for any beginner.

Choosing herbs can be overwhelming. I am not a medical expert, but if you would like any recommendations, feel free to contact me and I can try to point you to the right resources.

Wildcrafting Supplies

If you or your gift recipient would rather forage for herbs in the wild instead of purchasing dried herbs, well… you probably don’t actually need anything at all if I am being honest. But the right tools can really help (and make you look extra crunchy).

Herbal Medicine Making Supplies

After amassing a plethora of new herbs (trust me, us beginner herbalists can go a little nuts!), the herbs can be used to make medicines, tinctures, salves, balms, butters, and more.

• Bulk Bragg Organic Olive Oil
• Beginner Herbal Remedy Kit from Learning Herbs
• 4oz Amber Glass Dropper Bottles
• Amber Glass Wide Mouth Ball Jars
• Stainless Steel Mini Funnels
• 12oz Beeswax Block
• 1 oz Tins for Salves and Balms
• Herb Stripper and Chopper

Herbal Wellness Books

The world of herbal medicine can be very overwhelming, and honestly, kind of scary! Slowly learn about your favorite herbs and introduce them into your home apothecary little by little to reduce the information overload.

These are just a few of my favorite beginner books. Most just brush the surface of herbalism. Once you choose a few herbs that you think are right for you and your family, you can do a deeper dive into those specific herbs.

• Herbs for Children’s Health by Rosemary Gladstar
• Fire Cider by Rosemary Gladstar
• Complete Wellness by Neal’s Yard Remedies
• The Homesteader’s Herbal Companion by Amy K. Fewell

Teas

Tea is one of the gifts I think you could gift anyone, even if they are not an herbal enthusiast. Herbal teas are usually caffeine-free and can provide many health benefits while also tasting delish!

• Mountain Rose Herbs Peace Tea
• Pukka Peace Tea with Spearmint, Ashwagandha, and Hemp Seed Oil
• The Herbal Toad Allergy Tea Blend
• The Herbal Toad Cold & Cough Blend

Courses

The Herbal Academy has courses to fit any budget or interest. If you aren’t sure what your recipient would be interested in, they also offer gift certificates.

If you are a new mama or are a mama looking to move toward more natural at-home care, The Wild Mother’s Medicine Chest is a great course to begin learning how to take care of your family. I do want to mention that the course host interviews several guests that have beliefs and teachings that do not align with my own. I feel that learning herbal wellness requires many sources so you can gather all the information you need to do what is right for your family.

Bonus Gift Ideas

I wanted to throw in a few extra fun, non-practical gifts into the mix.

• Flower Press
• Herb Drying Rack
• Botany Shirt
• Materia Medica Notebook

I hope you love all of these gifts for beginner herbalists! Did I mention some of them are still on my own wish list Santa? Pssst… Santa?

Still need more ideas for gifts for beginner herbalists?

For a much more comprehensive guide for Expert Herbalists, check out Sajah Popham’s Ultimate Gift Guide for Herbalists.

If you are looking for herbal crafted gift ideas to make and give away, check out Mountain Rose Herbs DIY Gift Guide.

Looking for more general homesteading gifts? I’ve got you covered right here on The Homestead Challenge!

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