The Hedgerow Apothecary’s Field Guide to Wildflowers

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From the best-selling author of The Hedgerow Apothecary

A Countryside magazine book of the month

Explore the fascinating folklore and rich history of wildflowers with this beautiful photographic spotter’s guide

Learn everything you need to know about spotting wildflowers in the great outdoors
Discover the fascinating history, folklore and folk medicine behind every plant
Includes clear photographs to aid identification of 70 different wildflowers
Contains a selection of recipes and remedies that can be made with foraged plants

Nestled in our meadows, woodlands and hedgerows are hidden treasures: wildflowers. Growing naturally, without being intentionally planted, wildflowers are a crucial part of any thriving environment, and they have been part of the human story for thousands of years as medicine, food, decoration, symbolism and more.

This is the essential guide to understanding and celebrating wildflowers. Learn about the folklore and history behind these stunning plants and embrace the simple pleasure of spotting them in the great outdoors with the seasonal guidance and bespoke photographs within these pages. You can also enjoy the therapeutic delights of these blooms with easy-to-follow recipes and makes, including:

Wild cornflower seed bombs
Soothing coltsfoot balm for glowing skin
Delicious pineapple weed ice cream
Restorative dock root tonic
Refreshing wild mint tea
And much more!

Reviews

A beautifully curated companion for anyone drawn to the quiet magic of the natural world.
YOGA Magazine