Rooted in Wellness: Creating Space and Growing Your Tea Garden Today
There is a rhythm to the earth, a pulse that beats in time with our own. It is in the way the sun rises and sets, the way the seasons shift, and the way the soil breathes life into every seed. At Rising Rooted Yoga and Herbal Apothecary, we honor this rhythm, weaving together the ancient practices of yoga and herbalism to create a sanctuary for healing and growth. This is not just a practice—it is a return to our roots, a remembering of the ways our ancestors tended their gardens and their bodies, finding balance in the natural world.
Creating and Co-Creating Sacred Growing Space
A garden is more than a collection of plants; it is a sacred space where we co-create with the earth. Begin by choosing a spot that feels alive—a place where the sun kisses the soil and the wind whispers through the leaves. Whether you have a sprawling backyard or a small balcony, your garden can become a sanctuary. Clear the space with intention, perhaps by lighting a candle or offering a prayer of gratitude to the land. As you plant each seed, imagine it as a promise—a tiny vessel of potential waiting to burst forth with life. Surround your garden with stones, wind chimes, or other sacred objects to mark it as a space of healing and growth.
Herbal Plant Allies for Your Garden and Herbal Tea Recipes
Your garden is your apothecary, filled with plant allies ready to support your body and spirit. Start with herbs like lavender for calm, peppermint for clarity, and lemon balm for joy. chamomile, with its delicate flowers, soothes the nervous system, while rose petals open the heart. Nettle strengthens and nourishes, and elderberry offers protection and resilience.
Once your herbs are thriving, create simple, healing teas. Try these recipes:
Calming Tea Blend:
1 part chamomile, 1 part lemon balm, 1/2 part lavender.
Steep in hot water for 5-7 minutes.This tea is a lullaby for the spirit, inviting you to slow down and rest.
Energizing Mint Blend:
1 part peppermint, 1 part nettle, 1/2 part rosemary.
Steep and enjoy in the morning. This tea is a call to action, a reminder of your own strength and potential.
Heart-Opening Rose Tea:
1 part rose petals, 1 part hibiscus, 1/2 part lemon verbena.
Steep and sip slowly, savoring the beauty of the moment. This tea is a love letter to the soul, inviting you to open your heart and embrace beauty.
Nurture Your Growing Garden and Creating a Space of Intention
Tending a garden is an act of love and mindfulness. Water your plants with care, whispering words of encouragement as you go. Prune with intention, removing what no longer serves to make space for new growth. As you work, let your garden become a mirror for your own life—what needs nurturing? What needs releasing? Create a ritual around your gardening practice, perhaps by lighting incense or playing soft music. Let this space be a reminder that growth takes time, patience, and presence.
Harvesting, Storing, and Brewing Your Tea
When the time comes to harvest, do so with gratitude. Early morning, when the dew still clings to the leaves, is the perfect time to gather your herbs. Use clean, sharp scissors and take only what you need, leaving plenty for the plant to thrive. Dry your herbs by hanging them in small bundles in a cool, dark place or using a dehydrator. Once dry, store them in airtight jars, labeling each with its name and date.
When brewing your tea, take a moment to set an intention. As the water heats and the herbs steep, imagine their healing energy infusing every sip. Pour your tea into a favorite cup, hold it in your hands, and breathe in the aroma. This is more than a drink—it is a ritual, a connection to the earth and to yourself.
Self-Care In The Garden
Your tea garden is more than a collection of plants; it is a sanctuary, a living tapestry that weaves together the rhythms of nature and the quiet whispers of your soul.
Breathwork in the Garden
Close your eyes and inhale deeply, drawing in the verdant fragrance of mint, lavender, or chamomile. Let the scent fill your lungs, a reminder of the life that pulses through every stem and petal. Feel the garden’s energy mingling with your breath, a silent exchange of vitality and peace.
Journaling with Intention
Keep a garden journal, not just as a record of growth and harvest, but as a mirror for your own journey. Let your journal become a dialogue between you and your garden, a space where you can trace the parallels between its growth and your own.
Hands in the Soil Therapy
As you tend to your garden, set aside your gloves and let your hands connect directly with the soil. Feel its richness, its life-giving energy, as you plant seeds, pull weeds, or gently loosen the earth around your herbs. This practice, often called “grounding” or “earthing,” is a reminder of your own connection to the natural world.
Tea Meditation
When the tea is ready, find a quiet spot in your garden or by a window where the light filters through like a gentle embrace. Hold the cup in your hands, feeling its warmth seep into your palms. Close your eyes and take your first sip, allowing the flavors to unfold on your tongue. Notice the subtle notes of earth, sweetness, or spice, and let each sip be a moment of presence.
Your tea garden is a living, breathing companion on your journey toward self-care and self-discovery.
At Rising Rooted, we believe that healing is a journey, one that begins with the soil and stretches toward the sun. Whether you are rolling out your mat for the first time or planting your first herb garden, know this: You are part of something sacred. You are rooted in a tradition of healing that stretches back through generations, and you are growing toward a future filled with possibility.
Join us at Rising Rooted, where every breath is a prayer, every pose a seed, and every herb a reminder of the earth’s boundless love. Together, let us grow, gather, and heal—just as our ancestors did, and just as we are meant to.