Holistic Urban Microgreens

New variety 🚨 🔔 Alert!
Organic Red Veined Sorrel Sorrel leaves have a tangy taste, with hints of citrus. They may be harvested as a baby leaf and used in salads, but can also be harvested when mature and cooked like spinach. Sorrel works well as an accompaniment to fish, meat and egg dishes, and as an ingredient in soup and gratins. filled with vitamins and minerals with powerful antioxidant properties. Soon to be added onto our website.. Pre order your special organic urban farmed in organic soil. Exactly what nature intended:) Red sorrel contains good amounts of vitamins C and A and some B vitamins. It is known for its antioxidant, diuretic, detoxifying, laxative, and astringent properties and has historically been used to treat inflammation, scurvy, and digestive issues.Sorrel Tea? Of course…. We have tonic tea from all our urban farmed botanicals! The nutritional value is through the roof. Sorrel contains flavonoids and other antioxidants that make it a good diuretic and purgative. This helps in flushing out harmful toxins from the body. Sorrel leaves contain protocatechuic acid that aids in body detox. Sorrel tea and sorrel-infused water are often used for detoxification of the body.

New varieties ❤️❤️❤️❤️on the grow! Egyptian Star Flower) ❤️❤️❤️is a tropical woody-based perennial or subshrub in its native habitat but usually grown as a summer bedding annual or as a houseplant in cooler areas. Its stems are topped by showy rounded clusters, 4 in. Add to culinary masterpieces with the Egyptian star flower, an edible flower with a soft and delicate structure. Trientalis borealis Raf.
Starflower (Trientalis borealis Raf.) In modern times, the pentagon shape is also symbolic of love and protection in many cultures around the world. Pentas flowers are also a symbol of peace. Although the flowers of spring starflower smell like honey or soap, its grass-like basal leaves smell like onions. This species is native to Argentina and Uruguay. In the wild, flower colors include white and pale blue. Enjoy the captivating taste and colour. Although the flowers of spring starflower smell like honey or soap, its grass-like basal leaves smell like onions. This species is native to Argentina and Uruguay. In the wild, flower colors include white and pale blue. Pentas lanceolata, also known as Egyptian Star, is native to tropical Africa and is commonly used as herbal medicine in Ethiopia, Uganda, Rwanda, and Kenya. Uses of Pentas lanceolata in Traditional Medicine Traditional medicine plays an important role in the daily healthcare needs of ethnic groups in tropical African countries. Limited access and affordability to modern healthcare facilities are some of the reasons why they are highly dependent on traditional medicine. These include the use of plants, minerals, and animals for healing and medicinal treatments.

How are botanicals made?
Botanicals are nature's goodness. A botanical extract is made from a plant's roots, flowers, bark, or leaves. The plant parts are dissolved using a special solvent which helps free up some of the natural ingredients within the plant. The solution is then separated from the parts of the plant which are insoluble. This is what is done with all our freshly urban farmed organic flowers. Let us share how. What is botanical Food?
Botanicals are defined as fresh or dried plants, plant parts, or plants' isolated or collective chemical components, extracted in water, ethanol, or other organic solvents, plus essential oils, oleoresins, and other extractives used for flavoring, fragrance, functional health benefits, medicine, or other uses, ...We as a local urban farmer we use have educated ourselves on what each flower’s qualities are, for health benefits. This is useful for our customers to know how and what type of flower we urban farm would be most interested. For instance Botanicals might be the latest buzzword in skincare, but they’re nothing new Cleopatra used black cumin seed oil as a beauty treatment. And for hundreds of years, calendula has been used as a poultice for skin-healing. Whether its to address pigmentation changes or the signs of aging, botanical-powered skincare products help keep complexions looking their best. We urban farm fresh botanicals of various varieties to help with all your needs to impress, whether it be with food, drink , cosmetics, tea, tonic, and more we can help. Check out our website in our bio. Or send us a text or email. We would love to send you a $5.00 gift card for contacting us. Happy Holidays.

Johnny Jump Up violas (Viola tricolour) There are several color varieties, but they are most famous for their tricolored, five-petal blooms of purple, yellow, and white. Other colors include vibrant yellow and faded blue or purple. Johnny Jump Up violas produce smaller blooms. We have added these beauties for purchase in our website located in our bio. Make sure to recheck our website as we had noticed some items were not there and Re added. We do add more varieties frequently and also have new information on our website. Surprisingly, johnny jump ups have an unusual use; they're one of a group of rare edible flowers. Along with violets and squash blossoms, these blooms can be picked, washed and added to salads, floated in cocktails and even frozen in ice cubes for a decorative touch at parties. This is a picture of a cocktail and how impressive these gems are. They can be added to make ice cubes or simply added onto ice in a glass. Johnny Jump Ups are anti-fugal and anti-inflammatory, making them good for minor aches and pains. They can be used on wounds to help them heal, and taken as a natural aspirin. These types of flowers are also used to treat sore throats and whooping cough, and can be applied directly to treat dry skin and acne. Johnny Jump Ups blossoms are edible with a mild wintergreen flavor and make tasty garnishes and decorations.

Why Does Holistic Urban Farmer Urban Farm Botanical Flowers Year Round? One of the Benefits we have found is Tea. People all over the world have been drinking tea for thousands of centuries, and for good reason. Numerous studies have shown that a variety of teas may boost your immune system, fight off inflammation, and even ward off cancer and heart disease.
While some brews provide more health advantages than others, there’s plenty of evidence that regularly drinking tea can have a lasting impact on your wellness.
Put the kettle on, because we’re sharing some of the biggest benefits hidden in the world’s most popular teas. We have been working on urban farming not only beautiful looking flowers for cocktails, desserts, and meals. But also tonic, tea, and more. The taste, colours and nutrients that each variety provides is very different. Chamomile tea – Helps to reduce menstrual pain and muscle spasms, improves sleep and relaxation, and reduces stress. We are currently urban farming Organic chamomile. One of our favourite tea is Marigold tea is a tea made from the dried blossoms of the pot marigold plant, a garden plant commonly grown worldwide. Marigold tea is full of antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties when ingested. When used topically, marigold tea can treat skin irritation like eczema. Check out our website for details. You can purchase our Marigold tea fresh to dry yourself to use as you wish or dried for tea. An amazing experience. If you’re just getting started in making herbal teas, marigold tea is a great place to begin. Keep reading to learn more about marigold tea and its medicinal properties. Try each of our urban farmed flowers for tea. Let us help you receive all the medicinal benefits that nature intended.

Celebrate the season with wellness and happiness . As winter turns the season into the holidays, remember to add some botanical hot tea or some beautiful botanical flowers to any meal, stocking or thought this holiday season. As we gear up for the holidays we are sure to help capture those moments of time. Ask us about our Freshly Urban Farmed Botanicals that make amazing tea. Artisan tea, or Functional botanicals . People all over the world have been drinking tea for thousands of centuries, and for good reason. Numerous studies have shown that a variety of teas may boost your immune system, fight off inflammation, and even ward off cancer and heart disease.
While some brews provide more health advantages than others, there’s plenty of evidence that regularly drinking tea can have a lasting impact on your wellness.
Put the kettle on, because we’re sharing some of the biggest benefits hidden in the world’s most popular teas.

New Variety 🚨 Alert Why do I urban farm these beauties? Johnny Jump Ups are anti-fugal and anti-inflammatory, making them good for minor aches and pains. They can be used on wounds to help them heal, and taken as a natural aspirin. These types of flowers are also used to treat sore throats and whooping cough, and can be applied directly to treat dry skin and acne. What an amazing flower! They are not just another pretty face. We achieve what nature intended when we consume these botanicals. Keep posted as we have so many more on the way. These plants are the relatives of pansies and are often called wild pansies. The flowers are almost identical except for size, Johnny Jump Up violas produce smaller blooms. There are several color varieties, but they are most famous for their tricolored, five-petal blooms of purple, yellow, and white. Other colors include vibrant yellow and faded blue or purple. Urban Farmed Certified Organic Seed, and Organic Soil . 6 - 8 in. tall, 6 - 8 in. wide 'Viola tricolor': Brightly colored and often the most famous variety of Johnny Jump Ups, these flowers boast three colors on each bloom including blue, purple, yellow, or white. This variety is very common in Europe and is most often the variety referred to as a 'Johnny Jump Up' viola. These perky little flowers are old-fashioned heirloom favourites and look like miniature pansies with lavender, yellow, and white faces. They are a popular garnish for salads, adding color and brighteness to leafy greens. They're not just for salads, though. In drinks and on desserts they add flair, and they can also be made into a light, flavorful jam. Johnny Jump Ups blossoms are edible with a mild wintergreen flavor . We have this wonderful botanical available!

We have adapted our New Re Use Program
All our new containers are reusable! Return those containers and receive a gift with your next order! Our way of saying thank you for doing your part. As we all know with rising costs we try to be creative and save money to pay for these increases. We always really did have a reuse program. Where some would return the containers. We are now adopting this program as a program we will be adopting through all our products. These containers will be returned sanitized and reused until they unfortunately need to be recycled. We are not charging a fee or have you sign a contract. We believe in our customers that they will adopt this reuse recyclable program and receive a gift for remembering to return the containers on next order. We love our planet and customers and feel this is a win win for our customers and our landfill. No cost to customers and less packages going to landfill. Thank you Calgary for all your help and contributions to our program.

I love what you did with our Organic Borage flowers with this dish. As a small business owner I definitely can relate. I always try to as well keep my prices very competitive. Well said and we’ll done! .

Why do we urban farm Organic Popcorn Shoots? For their obvious presentation of bright colour, sweet peaches and cream taste, and nutritional value benefits. You can use these beauties in cocktails, desserts, and so much more. Popcorn shoots are a source of vitamin A to maintain healthy organ functioning, vitamin E to protect the body against free radical damage, B vitamins to promote overall well-being, and vitamin C to strengthen the immune system while reducing inflammation. Popcorn shoots are crunchy, succulent, and tender. The shoots have a distinctly sweet flavor that lingers on the palate combined with a mild corn taste and a tart, grassy undertone. Popcorn shoots, botanically classified as Zea mays, are tiny, edible greens belonging to the Poaceae family. The distinct shoots are favored for their very sweet flavor and are utilized by chefs as a surprising garnish to add color, taste, and texture to culinary dishes, elevating the dining experience. The tender shoots cannot withstand high heat and should be added at the end of the cooking process to prevent the leaves from wilting. The shoots also have a neutral taste, allowing them to be incorporated into sweet or savory preparations. Popcorn shoots can be tossed into salads, layered into burgers and sandwiches, or placed on caprese as a colorful appetizer. The shoots can also be garnished over roasted meats and seafood, scrambled with eggs, or used as a taco or burrito ingredient. Try adding Popcorn shoots to corn chowders, risottos, or sauteed veggies. The crispy shoots can also be blended into sauces such as pesto or fermented into a corn-mash liquor. Popcorn shoots pair well with jicama, cherry tomatoes, avocado, dill, mushrooms, potatoes, meats such as beef, poultry, and pork, and seafood including fish, shrimp, and crab. Whole, unwashed Popcorn shoots will keep up to ten days when covered to prevent light from penetrating the sealed container and stored in the refrigerator. Order yours today from our website in our bio.

How to Extract Oil from Plants (Plus the Numerous Benefits and Uses) Extracted oils from plants, fruits, and herbs are growing in popularity. They are used for a number of things, from aromatherapy to medicinal applications to their use in cooking as well as in cosmetics and perfumes. Plant oil extractions may seem complicated to pursue at home, but it is much easier than you may think. We are currently putting together classes just how to do that! There are many different ways to extract the oil from plants and the process has to match up to the different types of plants and flowers being used. Each method offers you the best way to achieve the essence of the plant so you are left with the most potent form of the plant. What Exactly Are Extracted Oils? You may have heard of extractions from plants called essential oils. These liquids have been referred to in several ways but what it boils down to is they are the strongest version of a plant in a liquid form. It is suggested that essential oils be diluted with water before they reach their application level. It may sound as though these oils that are derived from plants are light and natural, but they are actually exactly the opposite. Each extraction is bringing you a concentrated version of the actual plant. When used in cooking, for example, essential oils have been proven to be 75 times stronger than herbs that have been dried. Some extractions are used for their scents and others are used for their flavoring abilities. Most extractions have to be combined with what is called a carrier oil (and others must be diluted before using. A carrier oil is a neutral oil that becomes the base of the extracted oil. Some carrier oils include sunflower, grapeseed, olive, almond, avocado, and jojoba There are different levels of dilution using carrier oils that range from one percent up to five percent. A one percent dilution would be six drops of extracted oil mixed with an ounce of the carrier oil. One of the most common uses for extracted oils is for aromatherapy. It can also be used to treat many health-related conditions.

Blooming Artisan Tea These beverages often have health benefits in addition to being tasty drinks. I especially enjoy blooming teas, which are as beautiful as they are flavorful. Our list of varieties: Menthe Sole Refreshing peppermint notes with a sweet floral fullness. Contains Green tea, Amaranth, Calendula blossom, and Mint leaves. Or Tiffany Rose Melody - Soft rose notes contains Green tea, Calendula blossom and Amaranth flower. Or Lover of Three Flowers contains Green tea, Amaranth, Jasmine, and Lavender. Or Dragon of 4 flowers containing light lavender notes and a floral bouquet containing green tea, Amaranth, Jasmine, chrysanthemum and lavender flowers. Or Delirium Blossom light floral containing green tea, amaranth, calendula blossoms, and Osman this petals. Enjoy these blossoms for a few days in a clear vessel. A relaxing and nutritional tea that is a great way to unwind at any time of the day.

Limited Seating for our Botanical classes… Learn how to use medicinal blossoms as nature intended. Convert your organic flowers into a condiment, Tonic/Tea and more. Learn about how to process medicinal flowers in a cream or lotion or added into food. Medicinal flowers can be used in a variety of ways for healing and soothing. One of the best ways to make use of the healing power of plants is to create a tea. But there are also other ways you can use healing flowers every day. Sign up at : [email protected]

Why do I urban farm fresh Mexican Tarragon? Tarragon is a good source of vitamins A, B6, and C, as well as folate, calcium, iron, magnesium, potassium, and manganese. Tarragon has been traditionally used to treat poor digestion, intestinal problems, rheumatism, gout, arthritis, and toothache. The leaves and flowers have a distinct aniseed scent and flavour which is similar to French Tarragon but much stronger. We offer a Jar of whole leaf and flower ready to use in a glass spice jar.
Grind the whole leaves into a powder and use it anywhere you would use French tarragon in a recipe. Tarragon for a Tonic/Tea
to relieve anxiety and Stress.
Tarragon tea (a handful of leaves in hot water, steeped for 5 minutes) can be used as a mild sedative to help relieve anxiety and stress.
Make a cup before bed for a good night's sleep. The tea can also relieve gas, indigestion and help cure hiccups. Order yours our website is in our bio.

Fresh Organic Mexican Tarragon, Urban Farmed Year Round in our farm. Organic Soil, Organic fertilizer, and the help of our Red Wigglers.

In Mexican cultures, the entire plant has been used for stomach aches, nausea and colic. It has also been taken for colds and fevers. Tagetes lucida may be referred to in recipes as Mexican tarragon, Texas tarragon, mint marigold, Mexican mint marigold or or sweet mace.
The flowers are edible and can be taken apart and petals sprinkled on salads or soups. Add the leaves at the end of the cooking time for best flavour.

Tarragon is used for indigestion (dyspepsia), poor appetite, nausea and vomiting after surgery, toothache, sleep problems, and other conditions. In foods and beverages, tarragon is used as a culinary herb.

Mexican tarragon is an ingredient in Mexican and Southwestern cuisine. Tarragon is a traditional favorite flavor for chicken dishes. Mexican tarragon leaves add that subtle licorice-like tarragon flavor to this chicken salad. Tarragon is used to treat digestion problems, poor appetite, water retention, and toothache; In foods and beverages, tarragon is used as a culinary herb. In manufacturing, tarragon is used as a fragrance in soaps and cosmetic.

Frizzy Viola tricolor var. hortensis. The prettiest so far in my collection. wide pansy faces, fancy frilled petals, and dazzling colours bring a really special look. Triple frilly bloom with an individual accent. This one speckled purple. Purple and yellow inside. Violas are a source of vitamins A and C, nutrients with antioxidant-like properties to strengthen the immune system, boost collagen production within the skin, and defend the cells against damage inflicted by external environmental aggressors. Did you think that these beautiful flowers were just a pretty face, once faded into the trash? I hope not ;/ as these wonderful botanicals are medicinal. Viola odorata as medicinal plant is used as poultice for treatment of headache, cough, colds, bronchitis, and fever in different Traditional medicines. Pansies were actually derived from violas, so technically speaking all pansies are violas but not all violas are pansies. While the blooms of violas are smaller than those of pansies, violas do have more blooms per plant, meaning they create a thicker layer of coverage. You can tell the difference between pansies and violas by looking at the number of petals. If the bloom has four petals pointing upward, and one petal pointing downward, it is a pansy. If the flower has two petals pointing upward and three pointing downward, it is a viola. Order yours today.

Congratulations to all you amazing chef’s ! You all have such amazing talent! So glad that we could be apart of this amazing event!

love what you did with our borage❤️Your dish looks amazing.

The cornflower, also known as the Bachelor’s Button, is an herb native to Europe. It once grew as a w**d in cornfields and derived its name from this habit. Now, it is grown as an ornamental flower in gardens and is a popular choice for floral arrangements. It is also a delicious addition to many recipes. History of the Cornflower
The plant is named after the mythological Greek centaur, Chiron, who shared his knowledge of herbs with humans. It has been said that cornflowers were used to heal a wound to Achilles caused by a poisoned arrow. n ancient Egypt, reproductions depicted cornflowers dating back to the Stone and Bronze Age. The archaeologist, Howard Carter, found wreaths and garland made of cornflowers in the tomb of King Tutankh-Amun. The art of the Middle Ages displays many paintings and decorative uses of cornflowers Through a series of events, the cornflower is also the National flower of Germany. In 1871, the year of Germany’s unification, Wilhelm, son of Queen Louise, honored his mother when he made the cornflower the symbol of unity. The cornflower is an edible flower with a spicy, clove-like flavor. It can be used as a decorative touch on cakes, in elaborate drinks, infused in alcohol (such as vodka), and as an extra color in salads. Cornflowers are full of extra nutrients such as folate, vitamin C, biotin, calcium, and flavones. The cornflower can also be used as a tea. The properties in the tea have been used for reducing fevers, constipation, water retention, and chest congestion. Growing medicinal flowers is a passion of mine. More varieties are growing to be added to our list. You knew that, of course I would be :) Let’s have tea, anyone?
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Why do I urban farm medicinal certified Organic seed in Cornflowers ? Cornflowers are obviously so beautiful. All those beautiful colours and single bells that can be detached to sprinkle the happiness abound. Cornflower is an herb. The dried flowers are used to make medicine. People take cornflower tea to treat fever, constipation, water retention, and chest congestion. They also take it as a tonic, bitter, and liver and gallbladder stimulant. Cornflower is an herb. The dried flowers are used to make medicine.

People take cornflower tea to treat fever, constipation, water retention, and chest congestion. They also take it as a tonic, bitter, and liver and gallbladder stimulant. Women take it for menstrual disorders and vaginal yeast infections. Always ask your doctor about starting any herbal therapy. Allergy to ragw**d, daisies, and related plants: Cornflower may cause an allergic reaction in people who are sensitive to the Asteraceae/Compositae plant family. Members of this family include ragw**d, chrysanthemums, marigolds, daisies, and many others. If you have allergies, be sure to check with your healthcare provider before using cornflower. The appropriate dose of cornflower depends on several factors such as the user's age, health, and several other conditions. At this time there is not enough scientific information to determine an appropriate range of doses for cornflower. Keep in mind that natural products are not always necessarily safe and dosages can be important. Be sure to follow relevant directions on product labels and consult your pharmacist or physician or other healthcare professional before using. Cornflowers are particularly well suited to cake making as their mild flavour means you can add vibrant colour without changing the flavour of the cakes or icing. People take cornflower tea to treat fever, constipation, water retention, and chest congestion. They also take it as a tonic, bitter, and liver and gallbladder stimulant. Women take it for menstrual disorders and vaginal yeast infections. The cornflower has also been used as a symbol of tenderness, of fidelity, and of reliability.

Why do I urban farm with Pansy Certified Organic Seed in Organic Soil ? The obvious is how beautiful they are, the uniqueness of colour, design, is the obvious. The extension of this beautiful flower is it’s medicinal properties. Perhaps best of all, the petals and leaves are edible and, according to modern research and traditional medicine practitioners, there are many health benefits of pansies. 1. Anti-Bacterial and Anti-Fungal Properties,
2. Treatment for Dandruff 3.Treatment of Sore Throat 4.Relief from Whooping Cough 5. Pansies for Bronchitis 6. Treatment of Urinary Tract Infection 7. Treatment for Rheumatism and Arthritis 8. Hives 9. Relief from Anxiety 10. Rich in Nutrients. . If you’re taking any prescription medications, discuss eating any herbs with your doctor. The reasons are really endless to why I urban farm fresh medicinal botanicals. Let us show you how to get the most out of botanicals and what nature intended. Heal naturally. Beautiful inside and out.

Why do I urban farm Certified Organic Camomile? The reasons are really endless. I just love how these beautiful medicinal flowers offer so much. Chamomile preparations are commonly used for many human ailments such as hay fever, inflammation, muscle spasms, menstrual disorders, insomnia, ulcers, wounds, gastrointestinal disorders, rheumatic pain, and hemorrhoids. Essential oils of chamomile are used extensively in cosmetics and aromatherapy. This medicinal flowers also offers pest control in my garden. Using freshly urban farmed flowers that are sourced certified Organic seed, organic soil, and fertilizer. Our Red Wigglers offer so much for our plants. We use these amazing worms to compost all our kitchen scraps and utilize the black gold as our fertilizer. We will be offering classes on how to get the most out of your medicinal botanicals, naturally. Stay tuned.

What an amazing night Brad Creek! We met such amazing people!

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Pumpkins in the Park ! 🎃 Don’t miss it! So much fun! An amazing list of 11 vendors! And A Burrito Mexican Food Truck! The Handle Bar, .littlerituals .keto.baking I hope to see you all in Brad Creek from 5 pm to 9 pm at the Brad Creek Community Centre. So much fun carving pumpkins and more!

Welcome all to celebrate your day with us! We will have organic botanical Marigolds, candied Marigolds , Microgreens and more. Do not miss this amazing day.

“Of all the things that wisdom provides to help one live one’s entire life in happiness, the greatest so far is friendship.”
–Epicurus, ancient Greek philosopher