Whether used in medicines or foods, as decorations or symbols, herbs and garden plants play an important part in the folklore and history of every culture. Herbs and plants awesome abilities to survive and adapt in adverse circumstances teach and encourage hope in tomorrow. Their mysterious and marvelous powers to heal the mind and body fascinate us and affirm human's connection to the natural world. Every plant has a special story to tell. Today there is much focus on teaching our children the importance of cultural diversity, improving and building understanding through shared experiences common to all cultures and families.
Every plant has a place of origin, a past, present and hopefully, a future.
Working together toward a common goal on projects, such as planning and planting gardens with plants used by different cultures, gives everyone a chance to share recipes and plant histories. It is a fun and comfortable way of bringing people of all ages and backgrounds together on the same level. Everyone has a favorite traditional family food using herbs or spices. Adults become young again when they share memories of a homeland or a childhood experience. Children listen and learn that everyone has a family and a cultural heritage.