Wellness — gardening
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6 Natural Insect-Repelling Herbs
Many of us know lightning a citronella candle helps keep mosquitos at bay on a warm summer evenings, but did you know there are other aromatic plants that repel mosquitos, gnats, no-see-ums (which incidentally is the most appropriately named bug of all time) and other pesky bugs?
Peppermint, rosemary, and lavender we think of as 'grandparent herbs'. Our wise elders. These medicinal herbs can be grown in most climates and are gentle at keeping unwanted insects away during those lovely summer months when we finally get outside to soak up nature!
Karina Aldredge
6 Herbs for Burning
Burning sacred herbs is an ancient, powerful ritual used to cleanse, protect, calm and purify. Here are 6 medical herbs we enjoy using for smoking and cleansing rituals, many are also ingredients in our plant care tonics!
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Create a Sacred Plant Ritual
Self care through Plant care. Here are a few ways to create Sacred plant care rituals that benefit you and your plants.
A Sacred Plant Ritual is intentional plant care, an invitation to be in the present moment and focus on your houseplants and their needs the same way you would for yourself or a loved one. The plants we care for are extensions of ourselves, so taking the time to thoughtfully nurture them actually nourishes us too.
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Magnolia: 3 ways to enjoy the petals of this ancient tree
Discover ways to incorporate this ancient tree medicine into your life! Magnolias have edible flowers similar to a rose petal with even more bite. Their flavor is reminiscent of ginger and cardamom and they are delicious in many different types of dishes.
Transforming plant and pest care from chore to ritual.
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