Hope Blooms Botanicals

02/13/2026

After decades of anxiety, this is personal for me.

The last couple of weeks have been full — the kind of full that settles into your nervous system.

So tonight I’m making myself a blend of passionflower, lemon balm, milky oats, oat straw, and tulsi.

This is why I grow what I grow.
This is why I make what I make.
This why I thank God for all He has done.

Because when life feels like a lot, I don’t feel helpless anymore. I have knowledge. I have options. And that has changed everything for me.

02/13/2026

Cold stratifying some of our medicinal herbs to improve germination 🌱

We simply place the seeds on a damp paper towel, spread them out, cover them with another damp towel, slide them into a plastic bag, and refrigerate for 2–4 weeks. That’s it. We’re just imitating winter so our little seed babies are more likely to grow.

Right now we’re cold stratifying Echinacea, Elecampane, Marshmallow, Lavender, Yarrow, Dandelion, Angelica, Lovage, Lamb’s Ear, Motherwort, Caraway, and Chives.

Skipping this step is one of the biggest reasons certain seeds don’t sprout.

01/30/2026

This dream tarried, oh boy did it!! And sometimes I wondered if things would ever come together for me to be able to do this. Praise Him!
Hab. 2:3 For the vision awaits an appointed time; it testifies of the end and does not lie. Though it lingers, wait for it, since it will surely come and will not delay.

I love the seed collection from Survival seeds! The packaging is beautiful and I am soooo ready to get my hands in the dirt!
But first- a potential historic SC snow storm 💙❄️⛄️

01/30/2026

This dream tarried, oh boy did it!! And sometimes I wondered if things would ever come together for me to be able to do this. Praise Him!
Hab. 2:3 For the vision awaits an appointed time; it testifies of the end and does not lie. Though it lingers, wait for it, since it will surely come and will not delay.

I love the seed collection from Survival seeds! The packaging is beautiful and I am soooo ready to get my hands in the dirt!
But first- a historic SC snow storm 💙❄️⛄️

01/25/2026

POV - It's THE Most Wonderful Time of the Year!
Im so excited to start planning for this year's herbal garden. There is so much satisfaction from growing herbal plants and turning them into goodness to support myself, my family and community. Comment HERBS for my guide to growing your own Apothecary Garden in 2026 (even on your patio or porch!!)

01/19/2026

01/12/2026

Herbal Actions Part 1- Join me each Monday for this new series! Herbal Actions - Understanding Herbs and How They Work!

01/06/2026

Hey, I know it's January but it's the perfect time to dream, plan and order seeds!

01/06/2026

The invitation into Herbalism has been an act of obedience for me.
And I can’t say it’s always been easy.

There were many times I wanted to go back to my life as a homemaker, homesteader, and homeschool mama—and not add one more thing to my plate.

Yes, I’m am passionate about this work. But going from a hobby I loved—learning how to care for my own family—to feeling called to open a herb shop to help and teach others has not always been easy.

There was a defining moment a few years ago that truly rocked me. I’ll share that story one day soon.

My question for you today is this:
Has God called you to step into learning His ways of caring for your health and helping those around you, in a world that feels so turned upside down?

Audio credit:
Heaven Meets Earth — Guest: Morgan Daughtridge