How to Make Money as an Herbalist from Home

The growing interest in natural remedies, holistic healing, and sustainable living has opened up exciting opportunities for herbalists. If you’re passionate about plant medicine and want to turn that passion into a home-based business, now is the perfect time. From selling herbal products to offering consultations and online education, you can create a fulfilling career helping others—without ever leaving your home.

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1. Sell Handmade Herbal Products

One of the most popular ways to earn income as a home herbalist is by crafting and selling your own herbal products. These can include:

• Teas and tinctures

• Salves and balms

• Herbal skincare (lotions, soaps, facial oils)

• Bath products (soaks, scrubs, bath bombs)

• Herbal smoke blends or incense

• Natural cleaning products

Where to Sell:

• Etsy: A go-to for handmade goods with a built-in audience for natural products

• Farmer’s markets & local pop-ups: Great for building a customer base

• Your own website or online store via Shopify or WooCommerce

• Social media shops: Instagram and Facebook Shops can link directly to your product catalog

Tip: Always check local laws and FDA guidelines for labeling and claims. Ensure you're using proper Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).

2. Offer Online Herbal Consultations

If you're trained in herbalism, offering one-on-one virtual consultations is a rewarding and flexible income stream. As a clinical or community herbalist, you can help clients:

• Create custom herbal protocols

• Improve diet and lifestyle holistically

• Navigate chronic conditions with plant support

• Understand herbs for emotional well-being

Tools You’ll Need:

• A secure video platform (Zoom, Google Meet, etc.)

• Intake forms and consent agreements

• A way to accept payments (PayPal, Stripe, Square)

• HIPAA compliance tools, if applicable

Some herbalists charge $50–$150 per session, depending on their experience and offerings. You can also create herbal care plans or sell custom formulations as an upsell.

3. Teach Herbalism Online

Education is a powerful tool—and a lucrative one for home herbalists. Many people are eager to learn how to use herbs safely and effectively.

Teaching Opportunities:

• Create and sell online courses (e.g., on Teachable, Thinkific, or Udemy)

• Host live Zoom workshops or webinars

• Launch a YouTube channel with herbal tutorials

• Offer subscription-based classes through platforms like Patreon or Substack

Popular topics include:

• Herbal medicine for beginners

• Wildcrafting and foraging

• Herbal skincare making

• Teas, tinctures, and infusions 101

Tip: Bundle courses, PDFs, and videos to create a “mini herbal academy” experience from your home.

4. Write & Self-Publish Herbal Content

If you love writing, you can monetize your herbal knowledge by creating written content:

• Start a blog with affiliate links and ad revenue

• Self-publish an ebook or physical book on Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP)

• Write for herbal publications, websites, or wellness magazines

• Create printable guides and digital zines to sell on Etsy or Gumroad

Example: A guide on “50 Herbal Remedies for Common Ailments” or “Foraging Guide for Urban Herbalists.”

Affiliate marketing works especially well for herbalists recommending tools, books, or ingredients they trust. Just add affiliate links to your blog or newsletter.

5. Start a Subscription Box or Membership

Recurring revenue is one of the best ways to stabilize your herbal income. With a subscription model, you deliver value each month in exchange for a set fee.

Options Include:

• Herbal Subscription Box: Send out a curated box with teas, salves, or seasonal blends

• Membership Community: Offer behind-the-scenes videos, recipes, Q&A sessions, etc.

• Seasonal Herbal CSA (Community Supported Apothecary): Subscribers get quarterly or monthly batches of handmade remedies

Platforms like Patreon, Ko-fi, or Memberful make it easy to manage memberships.

6. Grow and Sell Herbal Plants or Seeds

If you have a garden—even a small one—you can grow herbs and sell them:

• Fresh or dried bulk herbs to local herbalists, stores, or tea companies

• Herbal starter plants or seedlings

• Herbal seeds (calendula, holy basil, lemon balm, etc.)

You can also start a small home-based nursery or sell at local markets. Herbs like chamomile, echinacea, and mint are always in demand.

Note: Choose herbs that are legal and safe to sell in your area and label everything accurately.

7. Create Herbal Merchandise and Art

Many herbalists turn their creativity into income with non-consumable herbal-themed products:

• Botanical illustrations and prints

• Herbal-themed T-shirts, mugs, and stickers

• Tarot or oracle decks based on plants

• Educational posters or herbal zines

This is especially effective if you have artistic skills or want to collaborate with a designer.

8. Become a Content Creator or Influencer

Building an online presence as an herbalist can open the door to partnerships, sponsorships, and ad revenue. Platforms like YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok are full of herbal enthusiasts eager to learn.

Ways to Monetize:

• Run ads on YouTube

• Partner with eco or wellness brands

• Use affiliate links in your posts or reels

• Offer sponsored content or product reviews

You don’t need a huge following—authentic, helpful content grows naturally. Many successful herbalists make thousands a month from content alone.

9. Freelance for Herbal Businesses

If you have additional skills like writing, photography, marketing, or design, you can freelance for herbal brands:

• Write product descriptions or educational blog posts

• Do branding or label design

• Manage social media for an herbal business

• Offer consulting for herbal startups

This lets you stay within your niche while adding diversity to your income streams.

10. Bundle Services and Diversify

The most successful home herbalists usually don’t rely on just one income stream. Instead, they bundle several complementary offerings:

• Example: A tea maker also offers a “Herbal Tea 101” course + sells a “Tea Lovers Subscription Box”

• Example: A clinical herbalist offers consultations, ebooks, and a membership for ongoing wellness support

Diversification helps protect your income and gives clients more ways to work with you.

Final Thoughts

Making money as an herbalist from home is not only possible—it’s increasingly popular and fulfilling. With low startup costs and high creative freedom, you can build a business that aligns with your values and serves your community. Whether you want to teach, create, grow, or heal, there's a path for you.

Start where you are. Use what you have. Focus on what brings you joy—and the income will follow.

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Alex Assoune (MS) is a global health and environmental advocate. He founded Panaprium to inspire others with conscious living, ethical, and sustainable fashion. Alex has worked in many countries to address social and environmental issues. He speaks three languages and holds two Master of Science degrees in Engineering from SIGMA and IFPEN schools.