Grow Your Own Drugs

Episode 0

For Christmas

59 mins

James tosses the tinsel for a more-organic approach to holiday decorating, and delves into the history associated with common Yuletide plants.

Episode 1

Garden Herbs

Garden-herb remedies are explored. Included: a recipe for indigestion; and a hair oil to prevent dandruff.

Episode 2

Incredible Edibles

29 mins

James demonstrates how to use turmeric to help sooth tired muscles.

Episode 3

Exotic Plants

29 mins

Host James Wong demonstrates how to use common plants and herbs to make insect-repellent spray, mouthwash, a soothing balm for minor burns and more.

Episode 4

Petals

James demonstrates how to make bath milk from chamomile, and uses for jasmine and honeysuckle in treating the common cold.

Episode 5

Shrubs and Trees

Soothing witch-hazel solution for rashes; eucalyptus rub for people suffering from sinusitis.

Episode 6

Wild Plants

James uses wild plants to make a body scrub, immune-boosting jam and a tea to soothe allergies.