The Ginkgo Tree

The Ginkgo Tree It is also, on this quaint family farm, that many a bride has joyfully said "I do" Private or group walks.
• Workshops – Learn about herbs and teas.

Our passion is herbal education; offering The Ginkgo Tree Herbal Course, Back To Your Roots Herbal Retreat, Botanical Sanctuary & lecturing throughout North America. • Herbal Education – The Ginkgo Tree Herbalism Course (1-2 yrs, diploma upon completion), guests welcome.
•Host the Annual Back To Your Roots Herbal Retreat
• Highest quality Teas and Tinctures – Certified Organic and Ethically wild crafted plants.
•Botanical Sanctuary with United Plant Savers
•Herbal Consultations – One hour session with Chartered Herbalist, Penelope Beaudrow.

• Herb and Wild Edible walks – Various walks throughout the year. Various workshops throughout the year.
• Lecturing – Schools, groups, garden clubs, etc.

What folks are saying about our Tuscany trip...Last spring a good friend asked myself and our hiking girls, if we wanted...
11/04/2025

What folks are saying about our Tuscany trip...Last spring a good friend asked myself and our hiking girls, if we wanted to go to Tuscany for a herbal retreat hosted by her friend Penelope Beaudrow aka. Penny. Not knowing much about herbs, but had some interest along with spending time and traveling with our hiking girls. The six of us planned and set off for our adventure. We met up with the organizers Richard Liebmann and Natalie Young who teamed up with the amazing Registered Herbalist Penelope at the Florence Airport. From that moment our Herbal Journey started it was a whirlwind 12 days, set in the Tuscan countryside. We experienced Tuscany's generous and friendly people, the wild and cultivated flora, the amazing food, alongside the learning about the healing powers of the herbal plants in the Tuscany countryside. We enjoyed hikes throughout the countryside, stayed at the 450 year old Villa Certano just located outside Siena. Hosted by the beautiful Annalisa Baldassarrini. We took plant walks and discussed all the benefits and healing powers of the plants around us. Enjoyed tours of Lavender Farms, the towns of Siena, Florence and Assisi. We visited Botannical Gardens, relaxed at a spa for a day, which was so fun. We went to a Monastery , Cathedrals and had a guided tour of the Aboca Herbal Museum. One of the highlights was at the end of the 12 days we hiked from the Camaldoli thru ancient beech wood, oak and fir forest to the Grandica Lodge in the Mountains. Breathtaking views, great challenge and to do it with great people. With all these experiences none of would have been possible without the amazing organizers and people that we met and shared these 12 days with. I will forever be grateful for this experience definitely worth the trip. Thank you Penny for your knowledge and for my introduction into the herbal plant life. I will be forever grateful for you.

I went to Tuscany in 2024. We were a small group of 22 individuals.  Our fun loving, experienced guides have 20 years of...
10/31/2025

I went to Tuscany in 2024. We were a small group of 22 individuals.  Our fun loving, experienced guides have 20 years of planning perfection, into this itinery .  From breath taking villa views, to mind blowing history. We learnt about many different herbs. Oh to have a rosemary shrub! Which I could not stop touching and smelling. Our first stop with the gracious host Annalisa. A welcoming atmosphere is an under statement. Her villa has so much history and natural beauty. It has to be seen to be believed.  The food!  Authentic cuisine prepared by chefs so talented that we literally could not stop eating! 

We visited so many places. The lavender farms were fantastic, hikes, museums, a local outdoor market and so much more.  

For me the absolute best part was that I got the chance to enjoy all of this with my daughter, Rebecca. Rebecca didn’t know very much about herbs, outside of what she cooks with. Rebecca still thoroughly enjoyed the whole trip.  We had so much fun with the group we were with. We sang on the bus, we danced in restaurants.  We were present and open to embrace everything that came our way.

I Loved It!   Pat


An amazing perennial that gifts us each year!
10/31/2025

An amazing perennial that gifts us each year!

🌸 Herbal Creations from Our First Class of the Year! 🌿What a beautiful start to our herbal journey together! 🌾We had suc...
10/31/2025

🌸 Herbal Creations from Our First Class of the Year! 🌿

What a beautiful start to our herbal journey together! 🌾
We had such a wonderful evening at our first class — connecting, laughing, and crafting some truly nourishing herbal concoctions. Everyone went home with a restorative bath soak and a deeply supportive reproductive system tea. As promised, here are the recipes we shared in class so you can recreate them at home!

🛁 Herbal Bath Blend for Restoration
Sometimes the most healing thing we can do is pause — to soak, breathe, and let the plants hold us. This gentle blend soothes the skin, calms the mind, and restores balance.

Ingredients:
• 1 part Chamomile – soothes the nervous system and softens the skin
• 1 part Lavender – promotes relaxation and peace
• 1 part Rose petals – opens the heart and offers gentle beauty
• ½ part Calendula – supports skin healing and lymph flow
• Optional: a small handful of Epsom salts or oatmeal

To Use:
Mix your herbs and store in a jar. Add about 1 cup to a muslin bag or bowl, pour boiling water over, steep 10–15 minutes, then strain into your bath. Soak for 20 minutes and simply be. 🌼
(No tub? Try a foot soak — equally divine!)

🍵 Nourishing Reproductive System Tea
(For menstruating and menopausal women)
A daily tonic to support the reproductive system, balance hormones, and replenish the body.

Ingredients:
• 2 parts Nettle leaf – mineral-rich and strengthening
• 1 part Red raspberry leaf – tones and nourishes the uterus
• 1 part Oat straw – supports hormones and the nervous system
• ½ part Lemon balm – uplifts and eases tension
• ½ part Rose petals – opens the heart, cools inflammation
• ¼ part Shatavari or D**g Quai (optional) – balances and moistens

To Use:
Use 1 heaping tbsp per cup of boiling water. Steep covered for 15–20 minutes (or overnight for a stronger infusion). Sip daily for deep nourishment and gentle balance. 🌹

✨ A gentle reminder:
Herbalism isn’t just about plants — it’s about presence. Every cup of tea and every bath soak can be a small ceremony of care. 🌿💧

💚 You can join our Herb Course anytime — it’s never too late to learn, create, & connect with the plants.
👉 Register theginkgotree.ca

I really enjoyed my trip to Tuscany, it truly was an adventure!We had a small compatible group of 22. May is the perfect...
10/20/2025

I really enjoyed my trip to Tuscany, it truly was an adventure!

We had a small compatible group of 22. May is the perfect time to visit Italy with fewer crowds and pleasant temperatures.

Our guides have 20 years experience planning the perfect itinerary. I learnt new things, we toured medieval towns, vineyards, farms, and

had some of the best food ever! I give this tour a 5/5. 

Darlene

 

🌿✨ The Ginkgo Tree Herb Course is back! ✨🌿Join us Tuesday, October 28th at 7pm at Kina Gegoo Botanical Sanctuary for our...
10/15/2025

🌿✨ The Ginkgo Tree Herb Course is back! ✨🌿
Join us Tuesday, October 28th at 7pm at Kina Gegoo Botanical Sanctuary for our next class — Lesson Six: The Female Reproductive System.

We’ll open with a ceremonial blessing and smudging led by our friend Laurie Hoeg from the Chippewas of Georgina, then dive into a beautiful evening of ceremony, herbal wisdom, and community.

Together we’ll craft a herbal bath blend and a nourishing reproductive tea — both to take home. 🌸💧

Plus, we’ll enjoy our Tea of the Month, shared and taught by one of our students — a lovely tradition where we all get to sip, learn, and experience new herbs together. 🍵✨

💚 Guests welcome ($40, space permitting – please pre-register)
💚 Students, please RSVP so we can prepare your supplies.

Let’s gather, learn, and honour the healing ways of the plants once again.
See you soon at The Ginkgo Tree 🌿
www.theginkgotree.ca

Wow what a great event!Live attendance is free Oct 7–9, 2025 (10:00am–7:30pm ET).Each session has 24-hour free access af...
10/06/2025

Wow what a great event!

Live attendance is free Oct 7–9, 2025 (10:00am–7:30pm ET).

Each session has 24-hour free access after it airs.

After that, replays are available by donation to support continued access, education, and future community offerings.

Donation tiers: $47 / $97 / $197 / Name Your Donation — give what you can, give more if you’re able

Thanks for sharing your trip experience, Lina!I attended the Tuscany Herbal Adventure in May 2024 hosted by herbal educa...
10/06/2025

Thanks for sharing your trip experience, Lina!

I attended the Tuscany Herbal Adventure in May 2024 hosted by herbal educator Penelope Beaudrow, RH. Penny led herbal walks to instruct participants on how to identify herbal medicinal plants in their habitat and planned numerous teaching moments throughout the time we spent together. The approach was casual and comfortable for participants to ask questions and learn from each other as well as from Penny.

I can’t say enough about this trip. Firstly, the location is breathtakingly beautiful. The accommodation at a historic villa and the Italian host Annalisa exuded a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The food prepared at the villa by Richard was wholesome and flavourful. Body movement classes led by Natalie were offered each morning at the Villa as well.

Authentic cuisine prepared by very talented chefs at establishments with scenic vistas was also experienced.

A relaxing day at a top-notch spa that offered a great variety of treatments was planned.

We visited botanical gardens, lavender farms, an apothecary museum, stayed at a Franciscan Monastery in Assisi, hiked in a forest of beech trees and shopped at local outdoor markets. It was an active itinerary, but also, there was time for rest, relaxation, and reflection.

 This was a vacation of adventure, culture, education, and fun!  I loved it!

Hey friends and family, dreaming of a classic rustic wedding on a private farm? Dating back to the 1800’s, our farm main...
10/05/2025

Hey friends and family, dreaming of a classic rustic wedding on a private farm? Dating back to the 1800’s, our farm maintains its original beauty and charm. It features a century old barn and farmhouse. The barn overlooks our horses pasture field and pond. The natural beauty of the surrounding property is picturesque; with mature trees, gardens, and wild spaces. Click here for more information.



10/05/2025

Herbal Adventure In Tuscany! Registration is now open to join us this May. For more information visit theginkgotree.ca/italy/

🌿 Calling All Plant Lovers! 🌿Are you ready to deepen your connection with the healing plants? We are welcoming new stude...
09/25/2025

🌿 Calling All Plant Lovers! 🌿

Are you ready to deepen your connection with the healing plants? We are welcoming new students into The Ginkgo Tree Herb Course at our beloved Kina Gegoo Botanical Sanctuary.

✨ Details:

Format: Home study program with optional hands-on classes

Hands-On Classes: Last Tuesday of each month (October – May), 7:00 – 8:30 pm

First In-Class Session: Tuesday, October 28th

Duration: Two years (completion at your own pace, starting from your enrollment date)

Cost: $1,295.00 + HST

This course is perfect if you’ve been feeling the call to learn about the plants in a grounded, heart-centered way. You’ll move through the home study materials at your own pace, and if you wish, join me monthly for hands-on gatherings where we’ll explore herbal medicine together.

Classes are held at The Ginkgo Tree—a place where community and plants come alive. 🌱

For more information, visit https://theginkgotree.ca/science-art-herbalism-course/

📧 To register or learn more, please reach out at penelopebeaudrow@gmail.com.

With gratitude and green blessings,
Penelope Beaudrow, RH, Herbal Elder (CCHA)

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• Herbal Education – The Ginkgo Tree Herb Course (1-2 years, diploma upon completion), guests welcome • Back To Your Roots Herbal Retreat – Host and Founder • Highest quality Teas and Tinctures – Certified Organic and Ethically wild crafted plants • Botanical Sanctuary with United Plant Savers • Herbal Consultations – One hour session with Registered Herbalist, Penelope Beaudrow • Herb and Wild Edible walks – Various walks throughout the year. Private or group walks • Workshops – Learn about herbs and teas. Various workshops throughout the year • Lecturing Across North America: The New England Herb Conference, The Restorative Medicine Conference, Canada Blooms, Toronto Botanical Gardens, Back To Your Roots Herbal Retreat, Heartwood Gathering etc.