Harakeke (native to New Zealand) is not technically a flax as it is commonly known, but a lily. Harakeke is prized by Māori and has traditionally been used for a variety of purposes, including for its natural medicinal properties, for weaving and its fibre. Harakeke seed oil is now recognized as a premium botanical oil that promotes skin health.

Lavender is an aromatic perennial evergreen herb long favoured for its fragrance as well as its natural healing properties. It is cultivated for its essential oil which is used for a range of medicinal and cosmetic uses including as a culinary herb and for ornamental flowers.

Helichrysum italicum is a bright golden flower that has long theraputic history. Helichrysum italicum means golden sun and comes from the Greek words of “helios” meaning sun and “chrysos” meaning gold. It is often known as “Immortelle” (French for “immortal”).

Thyme is an aromatic perennial evergreen herb in the mint family. Originating from the Mediterranean region it has a long history including in Otago. Thyme has a number of medicinal, culinary, and ornamental uses. 

Chamomile is a gentle relaxing and unassuming herb that has been used in aromatherapy, teas, skincare, haircare and as a general part of health and wellbeing forthousands of years. This daisy-like flowering plant was named by the Greeks after “chamomaela” or “ground apple” due to its refreshing, apple-like scent.

Saffron is the world’s most expensive and prized spice (or herb). Each flower has three crimson stigmas, which are used as a spice and a coloring agent as well as for its medicinal potental. Saffron is worth its weight in gold and is among the world’s most costly spices by weight with 1 kg of saffron requiring between 70,000 to 200,000 flowers.

Calendula is a herb with a rich history and has long been cultivated as a medicinal, culinary and a symbolic flower across cultures. The name Calendula originates from Latin word “calendae” which means the “first day of the month” in reference to its long flowering period and some say its potential to bloom at the beginning of every month.