Month: May 2025

When you bite into a briny olive or drizzle golden olive oil over your salad, you’re tasting a piece of ancient history. The humble olive has been cultivated for over 6,000 years, making it one of the oldest—and most culturally significant—plants in the world. Its story is steeped in mythology,…

Hey plant lovers! 🌱 Let’s have a little heart-to-heart about something that’s super important in the plant world but often gets side-eyed for sounding way too serious: Latin names. Now, I know what you’re thinking—“Why do I need to remember something like Monstera deliciosa when I can just say Swiss…

Nasturtiums (Tropaeolum spp.) are more than just vibrant garden blooms—they have a fascinating history intertwined with culinary, medicinal, and decorative traditions. Their adaptability and ease of cultivation make them a beloved choice for gardeners seeking both beauty and practicality. A Glimpse into the History of Nasturtiums Nasturtiums originated in South…

Just a few variants of ideas for cards. Let me know which ones you like!

I was messing about in creating some cute plant cards to go with the sale of plants. These are the early incarnations. really just a bit of fun and a small gift that particular kids may like. Adults can enjoy too lol.

❄️ How Snowdrops Survive the Cold: Nature’s Tiny Thermogenic Warriors As much of the natural world lies dormant beneath a thick winter blanket, a small green spear often pierces the snow. It’s not just a poetic miracle of nature—it’s Galanthus, better known as the snowdrop, performing one of biology’s quiet…

Ever chewed on a tree bark to cure a headache? Sounds wild, right? But that’s exactly what people were doing thousands of years ago—with surprisingly good results. The bark of the willow tree (Salix) wasn’t just folklore medicine; it was the beginning of one of the most important drugs in…

When we think of superpowers, our imaginations drift toward superheroes flying through the sky or lifting trucks with one hand. But real-life adaptations often surpass fiction—and some of the most remarkable examples come not from animals, but from plants. Far from passive greenery, many plant species have evolved extraordinary biological…