14/02/2026
I spent most of my 20’s single, and I hated Valentine’s Day. That was, until I worked out that I needed to buy myself the bunch of roses 🌹, and spoil myself the entire day, any way I liked 🥰. Then Valentine’s Day became something to look forward to. But let’s talk about the Rose as being the ultimate herb 🌿 of Venus. Her petals are beautiful to look at, soft to the touch and have an exquisite scent. I’ll never forget the smell of the tea roses my great grandma Daisy grew in her garden 🪴. In herbal medicine we use Rose to soothe the heart 💓 both literally and metaphorically. It’s like a hug in a bottle, generously offering love to anyone going through heartbreak 💔, grief or general lifeache. It contains constituents which nourish the heart muscle too. What’s not to love?! I’d encourage you to grow a Rose 🌹 this year, or if you live close enough, head over to David Austin Roses in Shropshire in June, and wander through their gardens. I have the most amazing Damask Rose syrup too if you’d like to try some? You’ll feel it starting to heal your hurts straightaway. ❤️