Why Volunteer In My Herb Garden?

Benefits of spending time in nature are now way beyond the old folk classification, with more and more research showing that this helps with our physical and mental health. 

I have decided to open the garden for two volunteers who would like to help with the upkeep while learning about the various medicinal plants growing wild here in northwest Donegal or other ones which I planted and care for, and now thrive here. 

When learning about the properties of various plants and how they can be used in food or drinks while caring for them, the knowledge goes beyond whatever I might tell you about them. For those who want to open, a strong communication can develop between you and the plant in such a way that healing can take place at different levels. 

In the work that we will do together, there will be an exchange of ideas, experiences and knowledge so we will learn from each other and most importantly strengthen the bond with the plants, the ultimate teachers. 

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Volunteers will occasionally take home herbs to use in their food or drinks or baby plants when they will be available. 

I’m highlighting some of the benefits here - 

Physical health - this is a gentle, low-impact exercise that builds strength and flexibility; time outdoors means fresh air and natural sunlight, helping also with sleep patterns; repetitive, hands-on tasks can improve fine motor skills and coordination.

Mental wellbeing - reducing stress and anxiety (the sensory experience of soil, scent, and greenery has a calming effect); working with plants and watching them grow gives a real sense of accomplishment and purpose; a good antidote to screen fatigue or sedentary routines, offering a change of pace and focus.

Learning and skill-building - practical knowledge about plant care, herbal properties, companion planting, harvesting, and drying/preserving techniques; gather knowledge about cooking, natural remedies, or herbal medicine; gaining skills you can take home to your own garden.

Social connection - working alongside others can combat isolation; a shared, low-pressure activity that makes it easy to bond with people across different ages and backgrounds.

Environmental and community impact - you will be part of supporting pollinators like bees and butterflies; you will benefit of taking home herbs or baby plants; flexible, seasonal commitment (easy to fit around other things); resume-friendly if you're building experience for horticulture, environmental science, or community work; simply enjoyable, informal activity, genuinely fun and grounding.

I am looking for people who would like to commit on a long therm collaboration, with somewhere around 2 hours / week

If you’ve always wanted to know more about how to safely include herbs and plants in your day to day rituals, get in touch either by phone at 0833356243 or by email at columbia.hillen@gmail.com