Hidden Lotus Herbs

12/11/2024

11/30/2024

We made it to the farm, and what a whirlwind it’s been! 🌱✨
Dustin has been tending the food forest for over a year, so he’s been our amazing guide as we get to know this powerful land, where we’re collaborating with a team to continue its transformation it into a permaculture paradise.
Our dreams are all blending beautifully as we introduce ecological restoration more into the mix—think native forest restoration, cover crops for soil healing, greywater systems, and even experimenting with solar power! 🐔 I’ve fallen in love with the chickens, and we’ve finally gotten our hands dirty with concepts we’ve studied for years.
Dustin’s efforts have already yielded a bounty of sweet potatoes and eggplants—so many that friends’ fridges are overflowing (and eggplant pasta nights are in full swing!). 🍆 Autumn is diving headfirst into building projects, like a compost outhouse with a cozy heated outdoor bath. Meanwhile, I’m planting medicinal herbs, working toward zero-waste living, and dreaming of food staples that will keep us self-sufficient for years to come.
We’ve been quieter online, but for good reason: this is the start of something transformative. 💚 Our apothecary will be back soon once we’ve set up a workshop for crafting homegrown remedies, and in the meantime, I’ve started a farm diary on Substack to share detailed updates on all our adventures.
🌟 Follow along to see how we’re turning this dream into a reality, one seed at a time.

10/25/2024

I'm updating my website and clinical herbalist consultations are officially open!

https://www.arandena.com

My birthday is tomorrow, and I'd absolutely love it if I could get some bookings for my consultations!~

As I'm still a student, my consultations are only $25 right now, but they won't stay that low for long, so get them while they're hot!

10/10/2024

Join us on Patreon and get some cool perks!

Your support helps transform our local economy to a land-based, community-centered approach. Local agriculture and small businesses are the future!

https://patreon.com/hiddenlotusherbs

10/09/2024

10/09/2024

Our hiatus is almost over!
Moving to and setting up the farm and new living and working spaces has taken a bit longer than anticipated, but we're pushing through and nearly there.

10/09/2024

🌿✨ Big News, Hidden Lotus Family! ✨🌿

We are so excited to announce the launch of our Patreon page! 💚 Now you can join us on our journey into the world of herbs, foraging, and regenerative living in more intimate ways. By becoming a supporter, you’ll get perks like shout-outs in all our YouTube videos and publications, free tickets to all of our paid workshops and forays, access to private events, and even a spot in our cozy little chatroom where we talk all things herbalism, natural farming, and foraging! 💬🌸

And for our upper-tier patrons, get ready to receive some extra love with a parcel delivered to directly to you with a handmade herbal goodie basket and our very own quarterly zine! 🌿📜

Your support helps us grow our regenerative farm, increases access to herbalism in our community, and creates space for wildlife in our city. 🌻 Thank you for being part of the Hidden Lotus community! 💫

Check out the link and join us on this adventure: patreon.com/HiddenLotusHerbs

Cooperative Apothecary & Regenerative Food Forest Farm

05/18/2024

We extended our lease to make time for the transition to the farm since my ankle has a severe sprain and I haven't been able to walk for over four weeks now!

So far, all of the donations are kept safely in a section of our business account specifically for the farm!

The current donations will cover some of our DIY biogas setup, which will power our cooking stoves for around 1-3 hours each day. This will provide regular off-grid power for our home cooking and any heat we need for herbal remedies as we transition to all renewable energy. Thank you all so much for the support!

We are also re-budgeting for our herbal free clinic that we've been running for about a year now. With the donations received and the new business from our Etsy shop (thank you, friends, for leaving reviews!!), we are reorienting financially to make sure the free clinic receives adequate resources and time while remaining sustainable.

Additional donations will help us afford more resources for the free clinic and will allow us to buy scythes and irrigation tools for our herb farm. See the original description for more information on funds usage!

Thank you so much for donating what you can, shopping our Etsy, following us on social media, and sharing this fundraiser with your friends!

We are so appreciative of the support and try our hardest to turn funds into abundant herbal formulas & education for our community! And, as always, we strive to regenerate native ecosystems and dedicate our power to global resistance movements.

In the meantime, we've cleaned out our trailer and are getting ready to replace the upholstery and paint the walls! We're working to get shelves and cabinets installed so we can still operate the apothecary from within our tiny home and have planted lots of vegetables and herbs at the local farm site!

At our current site, we've been harvesting yarrow, bee balm, jiaogulan, mint, oregano, sage, wild lettuce, and red clover to stock up...

Starting our cooperative herbal apothecary has been incredibl… Hidden Lotus Herbs needs your support for Support Hidden Lotus Co-op's Regenerative Farm & Free Clinic

04/28/2024

🍃✨ Dive into the enchanting world of Hidden Lotus Herbs! 🌸 Our flash sale is in full bloom, offering 25% off your favorite herbal treasures from April 28th to April 30th! 🌿 Embrace the power of nature with our handcrafted herbal teas, each blend meticulously crafted to soothe, energize, uplift, and heal. 💫 Indulge in tranquil nights with our sleep tea, seize the day with our energy booster, and elevate your spirits with our mood-enhancing blends. Need a pick-me-up or feeling under the weather? We've got just the remedy for that too! 🌼 Plus, pamper yourself with our luxurious beauty essentials like our hair growth oil and all-purpose healing balm, designed to nourish and rejuvenate from head to toe.

🌿 Every purchase fuels our green mission to transition from our backyard garden to a sprawling 10-acre farm, amplifying our commitment to sustainability and ecological regeneration. 🌱 Your support not only helps us grow more of our own herbs, but also expands our capacity to serve our beloved free clinic. Let's cultivate a greener future together, rooted in love, wellness, and local agriculture! 🌿

💚 Don't miss out—shop now and let the magic of Hidden Lotus Herbs transform your life! ✨
https://www.hiddenlotusherbs.etsy.com

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