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Wild Plants Blog
Join me as I explore themes related to wild plants and the benefits they
have for our wellbeing, the planet, as well as their cultural and historical relevance.
Dec 31, 2024
Pennywort: Crossing thresholds
Discover the enchanting world of pennywort, also known as navelwort, wall pennywort, and penny pies! Learn about its folklore, foraging, and
Dec 13, 2024
3 ideas for foraged Christmas decorations
Unleash your creativity and bond with nature this Christmas by making stunning foraged decorations. Learn how to create beautiful, cost-effe
Dec 13, 2024
Rose: love, pain and integrative healing
Explore the deep history and healing power of the rose - from its mythology to medicinal uses. Discover the intricate beauty beyond its peta
Oct 26, 2024
Gaia’s Gifts: Exploring the Healing Connection with Mother Earth
Discover the deep healing connection with Mother Earth as we explore the Gaia Hypothesis, nature's web, and the nourishing power of wild pla
Oct 12, 2024
Hogweed: displaying inner strength
Uncover the hidden strength of Hogweed! Explore its rich history, foraging uses, and medicinal benefits.
Oct 5, 2024
Witches, Herbs and the Wild Woman Archetype
Uncover the historical roots of the witch-herb relationship and its evolution. Explore ancient depictions, witch trials, and the wild woman
Sep 28, 2024
Rewilding: healing the planet one wild space at a time
Explore the transformative power of rewilding and its impact on restoring natural ecosystems.
Sep 21, 2024
Plantain: the power to dig deep
Uncover the hidden power of plantain - the unsung hero with amazing nutritional, medicinal properties. From foraging to folklore, this blog
Sep 16, 2024
Foraging wild flowers for your wedding
Discover the beauty and eco-friendly benefits of foraging wild flowers for your wedding. Save money, reduce waste, and add a touch of untame
Sep 13, 2024
Rowan tree (Sorbus aucuparia): Mythology, Foraging & Identification
A tree deeply associated with the femine, Rowan was the tree from which the first woman was formed, according to Norse mythology. Also...
Sep 9, 2024
Gardening with wild flowers
Discover the beauty of gardening with wildflowers and its benefits for the environment. Learn how to effortlessly bring them into your garde
Sep 28, 2023
Exciting Wild weekend break in Sussex: Knepp and Ashdown Forest
Last weekened I was lucky enough to have a wild weekend break in Sussex with my Aunt, where I really emersed myself in wild places more...
Sep 19, 2023
Being of the earth
Lately, I have been wondering: what does it mean to be of the earth? Not just on it, incidentally using it as our base and taking its...
Jul 18, 2023
Why wild plants matter: Reconnecting with the Earth and ourselves
Discover the profound wisdom and healing power of wild plants. Uncover the truth, agency, healing, and resilience they offer. Find out why w
May 31, 2023
How to Start Foraging: A Beginner’s Wild Food Guide
Learn how to start foraging wild food with confidence. Discover the importance of foraging, essential rules, and the joy of reconnecting wit
May 30, 2023
In defence of a wild patch
I'm going to start this blog with a question. Of the three images below which would you say is the most beautiful? And which is the...
May 22, 2023
Flying high with the wildflowers in the German Alps
I am on the plane back from an amazing weekend away visiting a very good friend who lives in the alps in Germany. Great conversation,...
May 14, 2023
Searching for the Wild
As I write, I’m coming to the end of a week long getaway in the ‘purple Perigord’ wine region of Bergerac. My holidays are inadvertently...
Apr 11, 2023
Calendula bringing strength
I have been unwell the past month. A vigorous cold turned into an earache, followed by sinusitis. It has been unpleasant to say the...
Mar 18, 2023
Wild connections - my journey with evening primrose
I went to see a doctor this week and was pleasantly surprised that her suggested remedy was evening primrose oil. Actually I smiled in...
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