Glimpse of our Harvesting Season
The harvesting season is coming to an end, and we are thrilled to share with you the highlights of our second year of cultivation. Whether you're already aware (or perhaps not yet), our unwavering commitment lies in growing medicinal plants to include them in our herbal teas and body products. This year, we experimented by adding a few new plants to our garden.
As the saying goes: "Nothing ventured, nothing gained."
The results have been as diverse as the plants themselves. With a variety of about 15 plants, some have thrived remarkably while others have offered more modest yields.
Here's a glimpse of our meticulously cultivated and hand-picked plants:
Calendula (Calendula officinalis):
With its soothing orange flowers, we've achieved substantial volumes, which means you'll find it in our Calendula + Lavandula balm and soon in a new herbal tea.
Chamomile (Matricaria recutita):
Its delicate flowers have been handpicked to provide you with comforting herbal teas. Its apple-like taste with a hint of bitterness can be found in Noches and Digestivo blends.
Holy Basil (Ocimum sanctum):
I always take pleasure in harvesting its aromatic leaves and flowers that elevate my spirit. Its adaptogenic power brings me back to the present moment. You'll find it in Yogi and Noches blends.
Lemon Balm (Melissa officinalis):
We managed to harvest a nice quantity of this lemony herb blended with minty freshness. Would you be interested in its inclusion in a new blend or sold separately? To be determined...
Peppermint (Mentha x piperita):
We only introduced it this year and it's already spreading rapidly. Its invigorating scent and refreshing power can be found in our Digestivo herbal tea.
Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera):
To our surprise, we successfully grew 6 feet of ashwagandha. This Ayurvedic herb is renowned for its stress-relieving properties, with the root being the used part. We'll see its condition in mid-October when we harvest its root for the first time. For now, we source our ashwagandha from an organic supplier for our Yogi tea.
Artemisia annua:
Our beloved artemisia annua faced some challenges at the beginning, but thanks to its resilience and determination, it graces us once again this year with a bountiful harvest of its magic. We offer this plant in our shop for its cleansing and tonifying effects on the digestive system.
Yarrow (Achillea millefolium):
This one thrives in our gardens and you'll find it in our Pica blend for its anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties.
Common & White Sage (Salvia officinalis):
We've grown more than last year to offer you its pleasant aroma in the form of cleansing sticks. Its smoke purifies the air and dispels negative energies. Get hold of these sticks quickly; they go fast.
Skullcap (Scutellaria Lateriflora):
We only have a few plants of this calming herb and we would have liked more for our tea blends. However, there's always next year to look forward to. It's found in our Noches blend.
Spearmint (Mentha spicata):
With its sweet and slightly sugary aroma, it suits all ages for stomach ailments and nausea. Not surprisingly, it has adapted well to our gardens.
St. John's Wort (Hypericum perforatum):
The bright yellow flowers of St. John's Wort are a magnet for pollinators. Throughout the summer, bees were drawn to its color and nectar it offered. Moreover, this plant is renowned for its beneficial properties in treating mild depression. We don't offer it in the store, but I'm gradually exploring it for personal formulations.
Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia):
Its fragrant scent is cherished by most. Personally, I would pick a few sprigs and place them around, whether in the car or at home. In addition to its pleasant fragrance, it's renowned for its calming and antiseptic properties. You'll find it in Calendula + Lavandula blend.
Our garden remains modest, but our commitment to its growth year after year is unwavering. As we prepare to close this harvest season, we already anticipate with enthusiasm the future yields and discoveries awaiting us.
With deep gratitude, feet rooted in the soil,
Anna & Stéphane
