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The Beauty of Lesser Celandine: A Wildflower, Weed, and Herb | UK Native Plant

Lesser Celandine (Ficaria verna) is a bright yellow wildflower and perennial that can be invasive but also beneficial for early pollinators. It’s notable for its potential toxicity.

Garlic Mustard: Medicinal Herb and Culinary Delight

Garlic Mustard (Alliaria petiolata), a wildflower, thrives in uncultivated, rugged terrain, showcasing nature’s resilience. Micheline Ryckman’s Earthly Comforts design collection is inspired by such natural beauty.

Hemp Agrimony (Eupatorium cannabinum): A Native UK Wildflower with Diverse Medicinal Uses

Hemp Agrimony, also known as Eupatorium cannabinum, is a herbaceous perennial with beautiful pink clusters of flowers. It is native to the UK and is often used in medicines for various ailments. This plant attracts bees, butterflies, and birds, but is also prey for slugs and aphids. Additionally, its leaves are used to make rope.

Nasturtium: A Colorful and Beneficial Garden Addition

Nasturtium, known for its vibrant color, is seen as a flower by some and a weed by others. Historically used by apothecaries for its medicinal properties, it is now enjoyed in salads for its spicy leaves and rich flowers. This plant, loved by pollinators, also acts as a pest attractor and companion plant in the garden.