Pollen Nation: A Native Ethnobotanical Garden
Welcome to Pollen Nation, a living garden dedicated to Ohio’s native plants and the timeless wisdom of Native American herbalism. This isn’t just a collection of plants; it’s a sacred space showcasing species traditionally used by Indigenous communities for healing, right here in Ohio.
Discover Our Plant Allies
Here, you’ll discover vital plant allies. Learn about Blue Vervain, historically used for its calming properties and to ease tension. Explore Echinacea, a plant long revered for its immune-supporting qualities. And discover Yarrow, traditionally valued for its diverse uses from wound healing to fever reduction. These are living examples of ancestral medicine, cultivated with respect and intention.
Connect with Mother Earth
This garden offers more than learning; it’s a place to connect with living beings and Mother Earth. We believe true understanding comes from direct experience—touching the soil, feeling the plants, getting to know them for yourself as these plants could be growing in your own backyard without even knowing it. Following the Native way, you are invited to build personal relationships with these plants, recognizing the medicine in each one. This connection allows you to choose your own healing and your own medicine; a practice rooted in respect for the Earth and for your own well-being.
Reclaim Your Healthcare Autonomy
Our mission is simple: to empower our community to reclaim healthcare autonomy. We give you the knowledge and confidence to care for your body using nature’s gifts. We believe medication and harsh chemicals aren’t always the only answer; solutions for everyday ailments like colds, stress, or minor skin irritations can often be found directly from the Earth, if you learn how to work with her.
Our Transformative Workshops
Through engaging DIY workshops, we bridge ancient wisdom with modern needs. You’ll learn vital, hands-on skills: how to identify native plants, practice sustainable foraging, and create your own herbal products—from potent tinctures and soothing teas to healing salves. Our unique approach guides you in crafting beautiful floral art, hand-picked from the garden. These creations then transform upon drying into functional, everyday medicine.
Our Vision
Pollen Nation is where ancestral knowledge blossoms into accessible self-care, cultivating wellness for people and regenerating the land, one native plant at a time.
