Gardening with Bach Flower Remedies
- Elena Maro
- Apr 8
- 3 min read
As spring blooms around us, I thought I'd share some of my experiences with the wonderful benefits of Bach Flower Remedies for plants. Whether it's in your backyard, garden, terrace, balcony, or even your potted houseplants, our green companions can greatly benefit from these remedies.
Just as humans respond positively to Bach Flower Remedies, plants, too, can experience the power of healing through these essences. Take ®Rescue Remedy for example — a formula designed for emergency situations.
A Personal Experience: Reviving My Violets
Not long ago, I bought a beautiful little plant of violets for my outdoor table. Unfortunately, due to a work emergency, I wasn’t home for two days. When I returned, the violets were wilting, lying flat as if lifeless. Instinctively, I added eight drops of ®Rescue Remedy to a full glass of water and poured it into the flower pot. Within an hour, the violets began to show signs of recovery. While osmosis may explain some of it, the real magic came from continued use of the remedy. Over the next ten days, those violets transformed into a lush, vibrant display, with colors more vivid and fragrance more intense than before. Dr. Bach's emergency formula undoubtedly played a role in their remarkable recovery and thriving growth.
Bach Flower Remedies for Plant Care
Here are some other ways Bach Flower Remedies have helped me care for my plants:
Re-potting or Relocating a Plant
When a plant is moved, it undergoes a transition. Dr. Bach identified a remedy for dealing with transitions — Walnut. I use it to support my plants during re-potting or even when there's a sudden change in weather. Walnut helps them adjust to new environments.
If the change is too sudden or overwhelming, plants may experience shock. In these cases, Star of Bethlehem is the remedy to help ease their distress.
Dealing with Parasites
To fight pests, Crab Apple, with its cleansing properties, is a go-to remedy. It can help purify the plant, while Olive supports it through the energy-draining process of battling pests or infections. Star of Bethlehem may also be useful here to alleviate any shock caused by the pest attack. Additionally, Centaury can strengthen the plant, especially if it's sensitive to external influences (as it falls in the "sensitive to external influence" group).
Helping Neglected Plants
For plants that have been neglected, Star of Bethlehem is once again a helpful remedy, along with Walnut and Olive. I've also had great success with Willow, Centaury, Gentian, and Gorse. If the plant’s condition is dire, Sweet Chestnut can be very effective in helping them regain strength and "lift their heads."
Restoring a Plant’s Vitality
Every now and then, I use Wild Oat — the remedy that helps people find their purpose in life — for my plants. It’s a great way to support them in finding their "purpose" too. I once had an orchid that was weak, not growing, and failing to flower. After using Wild Oat, it revived. Within a year, it had grown four new stems and two flowering branches, with one being particularly robust.
Seeds: A Special Experiment
I’ve also experimented with soaking seeds in water with a few drops of Bach Flower Remedies before planting. I use Olive (for strength), Walnut (for transitions), Wild Oat (for purpose), and Crab Apple (for cleansing). The results have been remarkable — stronger, healthier plants!
Why Bach Flower Remedies for Plants
Although my journey with Bach Flower Remedies in the garden is still ongoing, I’m constantly amazed by their effectiveness. What I love most is that these remedies are completely safe — no chemicals, no side effects. They are good for you and for the environment. You might also know that if a remedy isn’t needed, it won’t harm the plant, and there’s no risk of overdose.
I encourage you to try it out for yourself and experience the benefits firsthand. If you do, feel free to share your experiences with me!
How to Use Bach Flower Remedies for Plants:
For Seeds:
Add two drops of each remedy to a bowl or glass of water. Let the seeds soak overnight before planting them in the soil. Don’t toss that water, but pour it on the soil where you planted those seeds.
For Plants:
Add two drops of each remedy to the water you use for each plant. To make things easier, I add eight drops of each remedy to my 1.6-gallon watering can. This quantity will suffice for multiple plants.
If you use the ®Rescue Remedy, remember to double the number of drops.
I hope this post has inspired you to spend more time gardening and exploring the healing power of Bach Flower Essences for your plants. Happy gardening!
Elena Maro, BFRP
