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A poem about the Full Harvest Moon and Blood Moon Eclispe
by Sue Cartwright 7 September 2025
A poem about the Full Harvest Moon when we celebrate all we have achieved and take in the energy of the Blood Moon
A post about the healing benefits of Chamomile
by Sue Cartwright 3 September 2025
A post about the healing benefits of Chamomile, a herb that teaches gentleness and brings about a sense of calm
Dates and inspiration for things to see and do in September
by Sue Cartwright 1 September 2025
An Almanac guide to Nature in Setpember with things to do and watch out for at the beginning of the Autumn season
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Spiral Leaf - Step into the Wild - Galleries by Sue Cartwright

Step into the Wild

Find a place to roam and tune into the harmony of Nature

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Latest Galleries


Sacred Space - Grown, Written and Photographed by Sue Cartwright, Spiral Leaf

Sacred Space

A tiny outdoor space transformed with pots and hanging baskets overflowing with plants and colourful flowers.

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Wildflowers

Step into Nature's garden of flowering Primroses, Dandelions, Meadow Thistle, Wood Anemones and more!

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Woodland

Walk with me through the most beautiful antient woodland where our most rare and treasured wildlife thrives.

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Coastal Path

A walk on the South West Coastal Path on a sunny day with stunning views and wildlife thriving close to the ocean

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Healing Herbs


A Healing Herb (Chamomile) by Sue Cartwright, Spiral Leaf

Chamomile


A treasured herb that teaches gentleness and brings about a sense of calm

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Lavender

Lavender contains magical properties for stimulating, calming, uplifting, cleansing and relaxing

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Marjoram

Marjoram is an ancient herb known for its relaxing healing properties and culinary flavour

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Oregano

Oregano is a cherished ancient herb with an abundance of healing and culinary properties

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Chives

Chives are an easy herb to grow and use fresh for their high nutritious value and mild onion flavour

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Healing Spices


Cayenne Pepper

Cayenne Pepper is a hot flavoursome spice with life-saving medicinal properties

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Paprika

Paprika is a treasured spice that adds pop, spice, colour and flavour to many a savoury dish

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Black Pepper

In ancient times, Black Pepper was much more than a culinary spice with many healing properties

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Ginger

Ginger contains essential components for gentle cleansing and digestive health

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Cloves

Cloves are a highly prized medicinal spice used for centuries to treat digestive and respiratory ailments

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Cinnamon

Cinnamon is highly prized for its golden brown colour, delicate fragrant aroma, warm sweet taste and healing benefits

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Nature is one of the most underutilised treasures in life. It has the power to unburden hearts and reconnect us to that inner place of peace.


Dr Janice Anderson and Kiersten Anderson

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