"Every leaf speaks bliss to me, fluttering from the autumn tree." -Emily Bronte
German Chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla)
Chamomile is one of the most widely used plants for herbal tea. The dainty flowers give off a wonderfully relaxing scent and bloom throughout the summer. Excellent for teething babies or highly emotional children, Chamomile is one of the safest herbs to use. From tummy troubles to colds and flu, this sweet little flower can help soothe it all. Even Peter Rabbit's mother gave him Chamomile before bed!
Plant spirit: The soft-spoken peacemaker. Calms the waters without silencing the storm. Wraps the nervous system in a lullaby
and teaches the art of release.
Peppermint (Mentha piperita)
Peppermint is easy to grow in a garden - maybe too easy! - and it's not only a wonderful medicinal herb, but a culinary one, too. Whether it's indigestion, an upset stomach, or a headache, delicious and refreshing peppermint comes to the rescue.
Fun Tip!
Infuse Peppermint leaves in chocolate syrup for a delicious topping on ice cream during a warm summer night.
Plant Spirit: The quick-witted awakener. Cuts through fog, clears old energy, and brings the breath back home. Sharp, bright,
and always ready to move you forward.
Lemon Balm (Melissa officinalis)
A member of the mint family, Lemon Balm is very calming and can help if you're having trouble sleeping or if you're feeling on edge. The leaves have a gentle lemon scent and the white flowers attract bees - hence the name Melissa which is Greek for 'honey bee'. Whether in tea, tincture or essential oil, Lemon Balm is a must-have in your herbal medicine chest.
Plant Spirit: The sun-drenched hearth-soother. Holds your hand during anxious spirals and whispers, "Rest, little one. You're safe."
A balm for inner brightness.
Echinacea (Echinacea purpurea)
This beautiful flower doesn't just add pink drama to your garden, it's also beloved by pollinators as well. Echinacea is a well- known immune support herb used for hundreds of years by Indigenous peoples. It still plays a valuable role in modern herbalism - just look at those lovely flowers, how can you not smile?
Plant Spirit: The fierce guardian. Knows when to step forward and when to hold the line. Builds strength from within - cell by cell,
thought by thought.
Violet (Viola odorata)
Nothing says Springtime like these sweet little purple flowers. Victorians loved violets, using them in perfume, candies, cakes and even pressing them into books. Violet leaves are wonderful in tea blends, tinctures and salves and are rich in Vitamin C. The blossoms are a lovely garnish for soups, salads, or desserts. Next time you see this delightful little flower, take a closer look - they're mightier than they appear!
Plant Spirit: The quiet keeper of memory and moonlight. A shy beauty with deep roots in emotional healing. Gathers sorrow gently and transmutes it into sweetness.
Dandelion (Taraxacum officinale)
Don't get frustrated when you spot these sunny blooms popping up in your lawn - they're not weeds, they're medicine. Dandelions are an excellent tonic for the whole body. The entire plant, including the root, can be used. Dandelion wine? Yes, please. Tossing spring leaves into a salad? Absolutely.
These early risers are also one of the first food sources for bees. After a long winter, they remind us to bloom, too.
Plant Spirit: The rebel alchemist. Turns waste into wisdom. Breaks though concrete with joy. Teaches you to thrive exactly where you are planted, and to never apologize for it.
"There is no such thing as a weed. Only plants with
stories we haven't heard yet." -Unknown