Spring Has Sprung

Winter hopefully feels like a while ago now the world turns green again. There's no better time to connect with nature's healing herbs. Spring herbs are vibrant, nutrient-rich, and bursting with energy. Incorporating them into your diet can rejuvenate the body, awaken the senses, and set a grounded tone for the season ahead..

Nettle Leaf & Root
Stinging nettle is a powerhouse of nutrients such as iron, calcium, magnesium, and chlorophyll. It’s one of the best herbs for spring detoxing and can support seasonal allergies.

Tea: Brew dried nettle leaves for a mineral-rich tea.
Soup or sauté: Add young, fresh nettle leaves to soups or sauté them like spinach.
Infusions: Soak nettles overnight in hot water for a potent herbal infusion.

Dandelion Root & Leaf:
That “weed” in your garden is actually a potent liver ‘dredger’. Dandelion supports digestion, clears the skin, and helps your body transition smoothly from winter’s heaviness to spring’s lightness.

Salads: Use young dandelion greens raw in salads for a slightly bitter, peppery bite.
Coffee alternative: Dandelion root tea or roasted root “coffee” is a great caffeine-free option. Aquasol do the most delicious one.
Smoothies: Add a few leaves to green smoothies for a spring cleanse kick.

Spearmint & Peppermint:
Mint is cooling, energising, and perfect for digestive health. It's also an easy herb to grow in a pot or garden.

Infused water: Add fresh mint to your water bottle with lemon or cucumber.
Spring rolls: Add chopped mint to fresh rolls or wraps.
Desserts: Sprinkle mint over fruit salads or blend into smoothies for a cool finish.

Parsley:
Often treated as a garnish, parsley is actually packed with vitamin C, chlorophyll, and antioxidants. It helps support the kidneys and freshen breath.

Pesto: Blend with olive oil, garlic, and lemon for a bright spring sauce.
Toss into everything: Salads, soups, eggs—parsley lifts any dish.
Juice it: Add to your morning green juice for a mineral boost.

Chives:
A milder cousin to garlic and onions, chives are high in vitamin K and have antimicrobial properties. They’re also incredibly easy to grow and perfect for window gardens.

On top of eggs: Sprinkle chopped chives over scrambled or poached eggs.
Spring dips: Blend into cream cheese or yogurt for a herby spread.
Butter upgrade: Mix with butter, lemon zest, and salt for an herb butter that screams spring.

Get started with spring herbs now, by:

Starting a kitchen herb garden:
A small sunny windowsill is all you need to grow herbs like mint, parsley, or basil. Fresh herbs at your fingertips for instant flavour and wellbeing.
Making herbal rituals:
Brew a cup of nettle or dandelion tea in the morning, or enjoy mint-infused water throughout the day. Small routines with herbs can ground and energise you.
Seasonal eating = seasonal healing:
By adding fresh herbs to your spring meals, you're syncing your body with nature's rhythm—a powerful and ancient strategy that’s stood the test of time.

Spring is about renewal and herbs are nature’s perfect allies to help us reset, refresh, and thrive. Whether you're sipping a mug of dandelion root tea or whipping up a parsley-laced pesto, remember that these green gifts do more than flavour your plate, they nourish your body and soul.