What grows here – and what can we do with it? This category is all about plant knowledge and natural connections. From wild herbs to cultivated vegetables, from detailed portraits to ecological insights, recipes and practical uses. We observe, explore and share ways to better understand and work with the nature around us.
Versatile Use in a Cottage Garden While Moss Phlox is often seen as a purely decorative plant, we discovered that it can be perfectly integrated into the design of a traditional cottage garden. Not only does it add a splash of color, but it also protects more delicate plants by acting as a natural mulch…
Since settling in Canada, we have continuously encountered plants and animals that amaze us with their diversity and beauty. One plant that particularly caught our attention is Bunchberry (Cornus canadensis). This small, unassuming plant, often found as ground cover in the forests of Nova Scotia, has its own charm and brings many ecological benefits. A Story of…
For centuries, stories have surrounded the lupine that go far beyond its botanical characteristics. It is not only a striking bloom in the garden but also a plant that carried symbolic power in many cultures and continues to inspire today. In its tall flower spikes, myth and reality, spirituality and practical use come together –…
Field horsetail, also known as scouring rush, is one of the oldest plants on Earth and has played an important role in natural medicine for centuries. With its anti-inflammatory and diuretic properties, it is especially effective in treating bladder and kidney problems. Even today, it is widely used in the form of tea, tinctures, and…