Harvesting Roses for Healing: A Morning on the Biodynamic Farm
As the first light of dawn stretches across the fields, our farm awakens to another day of caring for the land, the plants, and the people who rely on the healing gifts of nature. Among the most treasured moments of the season is the harvest of our biodynamically grown roses, destined to become herbal medicines for our customers.
Our harvest helpers showing off some of today’s harvest
The rose has long been revered as a plant of beauty, nourishment, and healing. Beyond its captivating fragrance and delicate petals, the rose offers powerful therapeutic qualities that support emotional wellbeing, soothe the skin, and gently strengthen the heart. On our biodynamic farm, we cultivate roses with the same care and respect that we give to all living beings within our farm ecosystem.
Harvesting begins early in the morning when the flowers are at their freshest and their essential oils are most concentrated. The dew still rests lightly upon the petals as our team moves through the rose beds, hand-selecting blossoms that have reached the perfect stage of maturity. Each flower is harvested with intention and gratitude, acknowledging the relationship between the plant, the soil, the cosmos, and the people who will ultimately benefit from its healing properties.
Biodynamic farming is rooted in the understanding that a farm is a living organism. We work in harmony with natural rhythms, using biodynamic preparations, composts, and planting calendars that support the vitality of the land. This approach helps produce roses of exceptional quality, rich in aroma, colour, and medicinal value.
Once harvested, the roses are carefully transported to our processing area where they are prepared for herbal medicine production. Depending on the intended remedy, the petals may be infused into oils, or transformed into tinctures and extracts. We harvest the plants exactly when they are ready and we macerate the petals the day they are picked so none of the plant’s vitality is lost. Every step is designed to preserve the vitality and healing essence of the plant.
For many of our customers, these rose-based medicines provide support during times of stress, emotional imbalance, and physical discomfort. Rose is known in traditional herbal medicine for its calming and uplifting qualities, helping to bring balance and comfort to both body and mind. It is also cherished for its soothing effects on the skin, making it a valuable ingredient in natural remedies and skincare preparations.
What makes these medicines truly special is the journey they take—from living soil to blooming flower, from careful harvest to handcrafted remedy. Each bottle, jar, or preparation carries the story of the season, the dedication of our growers, and the life force of the farm itself.
Buds on the plants left after today’s harvest for next time – we are harvesting them every 2 days at this time of year
As we gather bags filled with fragrant petals, we are reminded that healing begins long before a remedy reaches someone’s hands. It starts in the field, with healthy soil, thriving plants, and a commitment to farming practices that nurture both people and the earth.
freshly picked petals ready to go into the warehouse for same day maceration
We are grateful to share these gifts of the rose with our community and honoured to continue the tradition of growing herbal medicines that connect nature, health, and wellbeing.
From our biodynamic farm to your home, may the healing spirit of the rose bring comfort, balance, and joy.
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