The Apothecary

The Apothecary Qualified herbalists providing herbal medicine, health consultations, medicinal tonics & supplements.

If you are looking for quality advice and professional quality herbal remedies and nutritional supplements then look no further. Christchurch's first Apothecary is here to help you with everything you need. Get a health consultation with a professional Medical Herbalist to get your health journey underway and access the finest range of Herbal Medicines from around the world. We stock everything yo

u need from herbal teas, tonics, tablets, capsules, powders, ointments, creams, liniments, oils, skincare and make up. We use scientific evidence and traditional concepts to help heal the body giving you results using herbs, nutrients and lifestyle tips only.

Dry lips? Before anything else — are you drinking enough water? Dry skin and lips are often your body's first warning si...
30/07/2026

Dry lips? Before anything else — are you drinking enough water? Dry skin and lips are often your body's first warning sign that it needs more. But if it's this cold weather that's doing it, we've absolutely got you covered. Here's a look at some of the lip balms we stock. It's quite the selection.

29/07/2026

Why I started The Apothecary and why I love having a physical store here at The Tannery that fosters community and connection.

Simone x

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These little British tins have been around since the 1920's, and for good reason. Nipits are pure liquorice pellets, an...
26/07/2026

These little British tins have been around since the 1920's, and for good reason. Nipits are pure liquorice pellets, and liquorice root is a great demulcent: it coats and soothes an irritated throat and calms a tickly cough. Perfect for this time of year when there are lots of tickly throats about. We stock two varieties — Pure, and Menthol, which adds eucalyptus and aniseed oil for extra clearing action.

Small enough to keep in your bag or pocket. Worth having on hand before you need it. Available in-store and online.

I was thinking about how incredible nature is today as I refilled this container with bright orange Calendula. Calendula...
23/07/2026

I was thinking about how incredible nature is today as I refilled this container with bright orange Calendula.

Calendula doesn't just look like sunshine, it's built from it. That vivid orange is carotenoids at work, protecting the plant from UV damage and oxidative stress. The same properties that keep the plant healthy do the same for your skin: calming inflammation, supporting healing, soothing what's been irritated or worn down. Colour as medicine. Nature's been doing this a long time.

Remember that blue jar of Vicks your mum would pull out the moment you had a cold? The one that made your eyes water jus...
21/07/2026

Remember that blue jar of Vicks your mum would pull out the moment you had a cold? The one that made your eyes water just opening it? Turns out mineral oils and synthetic ingredients weren't doing much beyond the smell.

These days we have better chest rub options. Between them, these three have a simple ingredients list of olive oil, beeswax, coconut and avocado oil, with the therapeutic essential oils that do the work: eucalyptus, tea tree, thyme, marjoram, wintergreen, scotch pine needle, and lavender. No petroleum. No synthetics.

Drop in and see which one is right for your family.

Ranee Hearst is in clinic today — and we're so glad she's here.She brings a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry and Biol...
20/07/2026

Ranee Hearst is in clinic today — and we're so glad she's here.

She brings a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry and Biological Sciences (University of Canterbury), a Graduate Diploma in Human Nutrition (Ara Institute of Canterbury), and an Advanced Diploma in Health Science specialising in Naturopathy (Naturopathic College of New Zealand) — plus the kind of warmth and empathy that keeps clients coming back. Book in with her through our website.

17/07/2026

Leigh topping up the jars in our Refillery with beautiful herbs from local Banks Peninsula producer Phytofarm Herbal Learning Garden.

Your daily habits are your most powerful prescription. Smoke every day and it affects you most. Take herbs every day and...
14/07/2026

Your daily habits are your most powerful prescription. Smoke every day and it affects you most. Take herbs every day and you get the full benefit of those molecules, every day. Small, consistent choices are where real health is built.

That's why we don't try to address all of a patient's issues at once or prescribe a long list of supplements. That approach can be overwhelming and often leads to an all-or-nothing mentality. Instead, we focus on small, manageable goals. It's part of why our tailored tonics and teas work so well: we can pack a lot of healing into them, but they're just one simple step each day — and that's where the difference is made.

Have you visited our in-store Refillery yet? It's vast and is part of the shop we're really proud of. Locally sourced (w...
13/07/2026

Have you visited our in-store Refillery yet? It's vast and is part of the shop we're really proud of. Locally sourced (where possible), sustainable, really well priced and stocked with all the things you need plus a few weird and wonderful products you didn't know you needed! You can buy as much or as little as you like.

So pop in, bring your own jar or bag and enjoy x

Matariki — remembrance, celebration, hope.We're celebrating it alongside The Tannery's annual food market, staying open ...
09/07/2026

Matariki — remembrance, celebration, hope.

We're celebrating it alongside The Tannery's annual food market, staying open until 8pm. Come and warm up, wander through, and say hi.

Address

Shop 3/The Tannery. 3 Garlands Road, Woolston
Christchurch
8023

Opening Hours

Monday 9:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 9:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday 9:30am - 5:30pm
Friday 9:30am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 10am - 5pm

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