Immerse yourself in the rhythm of the seasons with the Wild Earth Rhythms Workshop Series, presented by Mother Gardener and Wild Roots Studio. Rooted in the cycles of the year, this series blends hands-on gardening, herbal crafting, and nature-based rituals to foster a deep connection to the land and align with the natural rhythm of gardening and herbalism in our unique environment. Through the art of growing herbs, flowers, and exploring folk herbalism, you’ll learn to understand the language of plants while cultivating a profound relationship with nature.
This year-long journey guides participants through planning, planting, tending, harvesting, and crafting medicinal plant remedies, all while honoring the earth’s cycles. Each session highlights seasonal living and the wisdom of the land. Students will learn the foundations of planning and caring for their own apothecary gardens and the creation of personalized and meaningful garden practices.
Together, we’ll learn interactively on the Wild Roots Farm and craft botanical remedies, such as herbal oil infusions, tinctures, oxymels, flower essences, decoctions, syrups, tea blends, and herbal body products, with wild and cultivated plants through experiential learning.
Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced gardener or herbalist, these workshops are designed to inspire creativity, nurture your well-being, and deepen your relationship with the natural world. Join us in cultivating seasonal harmony, practical skills, and a community rooted in the beauty of the earth’s cycles.
FEBRUARY - LATE WINTER
Dreaming, Planning, and Planting for the Year Ahead
February 22nd 1-4pm
Step into the quiet stillness of winter and embrace the creative energy of a new gardening year. This workshop weaves together the reflective planning and the hands-on planting preparation of February, offering participants a comprehensive and inspiring start to their gardening journey.
Together, we’ll learn the basics of designing personalized gardens for the year ahead, guided by the seasonal wisdom of dreaming herbs like mugwort and lavender. Participants will learn the art of intuitive gardening and craft with dreaming herbs.
Then, discover the magic of seeds and master the art of soil blocking in a hands-on session. Create cold-stratification propagation planters while learning a blessing of the seeds ritual.
No prior experience is required- just an open heart. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced gardener, these workshops are designed to inspire creativity, nurture your well-being, and deepen your relationship with the natural world. Join us in cultivating seasonal harmony, practical skills, and a community rooted in the beauty of the earth’s cycles.
This workshop is open to all genders, offering a safe space for everyone to explore, create, and connect with the magic of the garden. Workshop is aimed for adults, tweens/teens and for children 9 and older. We request that children 9-12 be accompanied by an adult. $68 per/person
MARCH - EARLY SPRING
Waking The Earth
March 30th 1-4pm
As the world stirs from winter’s rest, join us in this revitalizing workshop to prepare your soil and plant the seeds of a thriving garden. Together, we’ll deepen our understanding of soil health, including soil testing, local soil characteristics, and crafting a recipe to enhance mycorrhizal networks and nurture beneficial soil life.
Participants will explore the nourishing properties of wild spring greens like nettles and dandelions while creating a personalized planting calendar aligned with the rhythms of the season. We will learn about the concepts behind planting by the phases of the moon and learn about foundations for creating an herbal garden garden and benefits of native herbs. We’ll also take a moment to connect with the land by writing a heartfelt love letter to your garden, honoring the partnership between soil, plants, and gardeners.
The session concludes with a Spring Equinox ritual, celebrating the balance of light and dark, awakening the land, and setting intentions for the months ahead. This workshop blends practical soil preparation with soulful connection, offering tools, inspiration, and a deep appreciation for the foundation of a thriving garden.
No prior experience is required- just an open heart. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced gardener, these workshops are designed to inspire creativity, nurture your well-being, and deepen your relationship with the natural world. Join us in cultivating seasonal harmony, practical skills, and a community rooted in the beauty of the earth’s cycles.
This workshop is open to all genders, offering a safe space for everyone to explore, create, and connect with the magic of the garden. Workshop is aimed for adults, tweens/teens and for children 9 and older. We request that children 9-12 be accompanied by an adult. $68 per/person.
APRIL - MID SPRING
Spring healing plant & Land medicine workshop
wednesday, April 30th 5-7pm
Wild Earth Wednesday: Craft Herbal First Aid Medicine with Spring Plants & Create Copper Garden Talisman to Enhance Plant Growth
Join us for a transformative hands-on workshop where the healing power of plants meets the wisdom of the earth. This unique experience will guide you in creating your own herbal medicines while also learning the ancient practice of electro-cultural gardening to nourish your garden and the land around you.
What You'll Create:
In this workshop, you’ll craft several natural remedies, including:
Wound Healing Salve
Bug Repellent Spray
Allergy Relief Honey
Pain Relief Spray
Herbal Blood-Stopping Powder
These herbal creations will support your well-being with simple, effective remedies made from the plants that thrive around you.
Electro-Cultural Gardening:
Beyond personal healing, this workshop will introduce you to the art of electro-cultural gardening, a powerful technique for land healing. You’ll craft garden talismans using copper, an ancient tool to promote soil vitality, enhance plant growth, and bring balance to your garden. These talismans also support natural pest control, helping you cultivate a thriving, harmonious garden.
This class is open to adults, teens (ages 13+), and children (ages 9+)—with children ages 9-12 required to attend with an adult. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced gardener, this workshop offers practical, hands-on learning for anyone looking to connect more deeply with the natural world.
By attending, you'll deepen your connection with the rhythms of nature, cultivate seasonal harmony in your life and garden, and walk away with the knowledge and tools to support your health and well-being through plant-based remedies. Plus, you'll leave with a handcrafted garden talisman to enhance your garden and a sense of renewal and community.
No prior experience is required- just an open heart. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced gardener, these workshops are designed to inspire creativity, nurture your well-being, and deepen your relationship with the natural world. Join us in cultivating seasonal harmony, practical skills, and a community rooted in the beauty of the earth’s cycles.
This workshop is open to all genders, offering a safe space for everyone to explore, create, and connect with the magic of the garden. Workshop is aimed for adults, tweens/teens and for children 9 and older. We request that children 9-12 be accompanied by an adult. $68 per/person.
MAY - LATE SPRING
Guardians of the Garden: Pollinators, Protection, and the Magic of Spring
May 10th 1-4pm
Celebrate the abundance and fertility of the earth in this creative, hands-on workshop dedicated to supporting pollinators and protecting your garden. Together, we’ll learn about native flowers such as bee balm and echinacea, vital for attracting and sustaining pollinators while fostering biodiversity in your garden. We will address practical challenges of early spring gardening, such as managing common pests and supporting tender new plants. Through hands-on learning, you’ll gain tools to protect and strengthen your garden’s ecosystem.
We will craft medicine from mid-spring harvests, making a spring herbal vinegar tonic and calming herbal tincture.
Participants will craft garden protector statues from natural materials, symbolizing protectorship and intention for their growing space. To celebrate the renewal of life in spring, we will work with hawthorn. Our time together closes with a spring garden blessing and a waxing moon ritual, celebrating growth, fertility, and the interconnectedness of life.
No prior experience is required- just an open heart. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced gardener, these workshops are designed to inspire creativity, nurture your well-being, and deepen your relationship with the natural world. Join us in cultivating seasonal harmony, practical skills, and a community rooted in the beauty of the earth’s cycles.
This workshop is open to all genders, offering a safe space for everyone to explore, create, and connect with the magic of the garden. Workshop is aimed for adults, tweens/teens and for children 9 and older. We request that children 9-12 be accompanied by an adult. $68 per/person.
