Belle Benfield

Nettles are one of nature’s most underrated superfoods. Packed with vitamins A, C, K, and B-complex, as well as minerals like iron, calcium, magnesium, and potassium, they offer a powerhouse of nutrition. Their anti-inflammatory, detoxifying, and immune-boosting properties make them a fantastic addition to your diet. Scroll down for three delicious and easy ways to…

  As the days are lengthening and we’re tiptoing towards spring, February is the perfect time to do a little preparation for the upcoming harvest season. Make a harvesting calendar I like to put all my harvesting dates onto a wallplanner. I use this one designed by my friend, Olli at Nido Handmade. This yearbook…

Sensory Herbal Oracle cards connect you with the healing power of plants ORDER THE SENSORY HERBAL ORACLE NOW The Sensory Herbal Oracle is a deck of 40 beautifully illustrated cards that will help you connect with the energy and healing power of plants. Written by the Seed Sistas and illustrated by Belle Benfield, each card…

Yarrow and mugwort flowers, herbs for grief A Samhain Reflection on Herbal Medicine as we remember our ancestors Samhain, the Celtic New Year, is a time of transition, reflection, and honouring our ancestors. A period when the veil between the worlds thins, allowing us to connect with those who have passed. This liminal space can…

In September, there are elderberries in the hedgerow that have escaped the birds. Umbrellas of berries dripping from the trees. Elderberry is one of our potent antiviral medicines. A fantastic herb to store at this time of year to have on hand if you feel run down or can sense the start of a cold…