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‘Man is not himself only. He is all that he sees; all that flows to him from a thousand sources.’ Mary Austin Our culture … Continue

When mystery comes, she will grab you from behind, lift you high into the air and spin you around until you are giddy with … Continue

Reverence exists all around. The smile of a child. The kiss of the rain after a long dry spell. The smell of Land as … Continue

I like my gods and goddesses dirty, wild-haired, raggle-taggled and anarchic. Which is why I love the earth so much. Which is why I … Continue

There is an ancient wild plant called Cleavers or Goosegrass (Galium aparine) that carries a secret of the hedgerow believed to have been handed … Continue

The Elizabethans were so enchanted by the blue-purple, star-like flowers found along the seashore that they invited Sea aster (Tripolium pannonicum) into their gardens. … Continue

It seems something is afoot. Over the last week, I have received numerous emails from people who feel they have found their community, and … Continue

It’s been a funny old week down here in Devon. With Spring finally sprung, I look at the delicious delights adorning the hedgerows. Sadly … Continue

I love plant ID apps. I really do. They have been so helpful when I have been overseas trying to get to grips with … Continue

A quick guide to taking brilliant photographs of wildflowers and plants for identification.