About The New England Herbary
Welcome to The New England Herbary—a place where herbal tradition, seasonal wisdom, and hands-on learning come together in the heart of Vermont.
I am Brenda J. Sullivan—herbalist, author, and the creative force behind Thompson Street Farm LLC—The New England Herbary is more than a farm. It’s a working herbal practice, an educational space, and a promise of handcrafted quality rooted in New England heritage.
Her Story
For over a decade, I’ve created earth-based self-care products and practices to help independent women feel calm and creative. My journey began on a small farm in Connecticut, on Thompson Street.
After the passing of my husband and daughter in 2023, I transitioned my work to a sunlit studio, where I film tutorials, host podcasts, and brew herbal teas. Seeking both healing and new growth, I’ve moved my farm to Vermont and founded The New England Herbary, where thriving botanicals await harvest and fields welcome new students.
Here, the farm is a living laboratory: pollinators hum, herbs thrive, and new recipes take root. Every field day is an invitation to deepen your connection to the land and to the plants that have nourished generations.
My Mission
At The New England Herbary, Brenda’s mission is simple:
🌿 To honor herbal traditions while offering practical, accessible self-care for modern life.
🌿 To grow, harvest, and craft small-batch herbal goods you can trace to real soil.
🌿 To teach earth-based wisdom through workshops, bite-sized online courses, and easy-to-use recipes.
🌿 To celebrate New England’s seasonal rhythms with every product, class, and offering.
Offerings
From one-minute lunar teas and Farm to Bath body care, including zodiac-inspired spa kits, to hands-on herbal education, everything we make is designed to fit real-world schedules without sacrificing quality or intention.
We believe in:
✅ Claim-safe education rooted in tradition and science.
✅ Practical, beautiful recipes for everyday self-care.
✅ Small-batch goods handcrafted with ingredients grown right here.
✅ Transparency—from seed to finished product.
Welcome
I’m so glad you’re here. Whether you’re sipping a calming tea, blending a new balm, or learning to read your astrological herbal chart, The New England Herbary is here to support you in every season of life.
Welcome to Herbal Wisdom for Every Season of Life.