Heaven is walking around my neighborhood this time of year! Along with the Linden Roses, and Lilacs, one of my favorite aromas erupt from the Japanese Honeysuckle (Lonicera japonica) that spread wherever they are planted.

In my book, Plant Songs: Reflections on Herbal Medicine, I share messages (songs)

that were gifted to me from the plants I encounter. Honeysuckle reminds us that to grow we must

Dissolve & Evolve

Honeysuckle is your ally to remind yourself that you are worthy and capable of accepting divine love and compassion. It is when we can dissolve into the discernment of our own hearts that we evolve into the people we long to be.

Honeysuckle Honey

–       1 cup fresh honeysuckle flowers (Make sure they are not sprayed)

–       2 cups honey

Place honey and flowers in the top of a double boiler and heat on low for 20-30 minutes. Turn off heat and strain out flowers. Store honey in a glass jar. Add a teaspoon to black or herbal tea.

Fresh Honeysuckle Tea

Gather a handful of fresh honeysuckle flowers. Boil 2 cups of water. Pour hot water over flowers. Cover cup with lid. Steep for 10 minutes. Strain out flowers and compost plant material. Slowly drink the fragrant tea. Sweeten tea with honeysuckle honey.

To find out more about herbalism through my blog, podcast, and other offerings, check out my website, Baker Botanica.

With love,

 

Jessica

when energy flows, wellness grows

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