Calendula officinalis is a cheery and bright herb flowers all year around in most areas but grows most prolifically from late spring to late autumn. Commonly named calendula derived… read more →
Buffy Gill is well on her way to becoming a recognised champion for Plant-based nutrition. Her business Be Good Organics started as a blog that now has over 100 000… read more →
Essential Oil Vetiver Vetiver ( Vetiveria zizanoids) Vetiver is an essential oil known for its grounding character. A beautiful oil to enhance centring, vision and wisdom. Ground yourself, find… read more →
Rose (Rosa damascena) A symbol of love, roses are widely grown for their beauty and fragrance. Rose essential oil encourages happiness and contentment and is considered a “heart opener.” Rose… read more →
From a career in dance to setting up and running a successful home practice, Massage Therapist and Wellpark College Graduate Shannon Leticia took time out of her busy day to… read more →
The 3 years that our Naturopathy students spend studying for their degree – Bachelor of Naturopathic and Herbal Medicine is a journey of education and self-discovery, but this learning journey… read more →
Sonchus oleraceus – Pūhā / Pūwhā / sow thistle A member of the Asteraceae family, this herb is one that many people consider a weed in their garden. It is… read more →
Lavender ~ August Essential Oil of the month. Virgo runs from 24th August to 23rd September. Virgo means a young woman; originally associated with mother-goddesses, suppliers of food and nurture.… read more →
July Essential Oil of the month Leo starts from 24th July to 23rd August. The sign of performers, actors, musicians, dancers, pop stars and creative people. The signature oil for… read more →
Herb of the month – June Kawakawa – Macropiper excelsum This precious native from the Piperaceae family has heart shaped leaves is an important taonga in Aotearoa. It has many uses… read more →