Where
Parkman Room of the Education Building900 Washington Street
Wellesley, MA 02482
Driving Directions
Contact
Hannah TraggisMassachusetts Horticultural Society
617-933-4943
htraggis@masshort.org
Early Summer Plant Walk, Wild, Weedy and Wonderful Herbs!
Are you curious about the plants you see growing around you in your backyard or on city streets? Join us for a stroll around Mass Hort to learn how to identify common plants that have been used in traditional herbalism for centuries. Our outing will explore the medicinal and edible use of these local herbs, how to identify and harvest them, and ways to use them as foods or beverages. Many of these often-overlooked plants may surprise you with their health benefits! With Steph, you will collect plants along our walk and learn to prepare a simple herbal infusion.
Steph Zabel, MSc, is an herbalist and botanical educator based in Somerville, MA. For over a decade she has combined her passions for herbalism, education, and community outreach. She holds a Master’s degree in ethnobotany and began her professional career working in the botanical collections of the Harvard University Herbaria. Her current work focuses on teaching practical & inspiring herbal classes and offering dynamic wellness sessions. Steph is also the founder of HERBSTALK, Boston’s vibrant community herbal conference, through which she creates accessible educational opportunities for all plant enthusiasts. To learn more about Steph's work, visit her website!
Member Cost: $12
Non-Member Cost $20