Specializing in medicinal herbs, SW Herb is a fun store to explore. When you walk in the door there is a certain coziness about it.
What immediately caught my eye were the large glass jars of various bulk herbs lining the wall. They have nearly every imaginable type ready for purchase and sold by the ounce. On the display helves, you will find already pre-packaged herbal teas for various ailments. Each product has a label listing the ingredients so you know what exactly you are putting into your system.
As you walk into the smaller room to the right you will find a fair amount of books of herbal remedies and uses for sale. If you are into making your own remedies, they have all the supplies you will need for your creations. SW Herbs also carries an herb additive for pet food, so it seems every member of the family can find something here.
The two owners Kathy and Madalyn are such a power team. Kathy has over 25 years of experience in herbalism. She genuinely has a passion about health and well being. So when you come to her for help she will give you her full attention. I was honored to take her herbal certification in the Spring of this year. What an amazing experience. I have been to my share of dull/boring classes but Kathy and Madalyn keep it fun and interesting. In addition to learning about each herb and what medicinal properties they have, she tells stories from her own experiences. Some serious and some that will make you laugh and even blush! Classes are hands on. You get to sample yummy snacks Madalyn creates using herbs that are discussed in each class. You will watch demonstrate how to make ointments, salves, lip balms, and tinctures. After the each demo all students have the opportunity to make their own.
This shop is a true gem! What a gift to the East valley.