Grow Like a Wildflower: Lessons in Strength from Nature’s Strongest Women

March is Women’s History Month, a time to honor the generations of women who have shaped history, challenged the status quo, and cultivated change. Within this month, March 8th—International Women’s Day—stands as a global call to recognize the resilience, adaptability, and strength of women everywhere.

But for Brittany, the owner of Planted Wellness, March 8th holds even deeper significance.

“It was no accident that I chose March 8th—International Women’s Day—to open the doors of Planted Wellness Co. I wanted to celebrate not only the beginning of this dream but also the strength, resilience, and wisdom of the women who paved the way to make it possible.”

Planted Wellness is more than a plant nursery and apothecary—it’s a place of growth, healing, and community. And just like the most powerful women in history, certain plants show us what it means to rise through adversity, to heal, and to thrive.

This month, as we reflect on women’s stories, let’s take a look at what we can learn from the resilience of nature.

Lesson #1: Resilience – Like the Dandelion, We Rise

Dandelions may be seen as weeds, but in reality, they are some of the most powerful plants in nature. Their deep roots make them nearly impossible to uproot, their bright yellow flowers return year after year, and their seeds spread far and wide—unstoppable and full of life.

Women in history have embodied this same spirit of resilience. Sojourner Truth, Frida Kahlo, and Ruth Bader Ginsburg—women who were told “no,” but who kept growing, who stood tall, and who made space for those who followed.

➡ Planting Tip: If you want to harness the resilience of the dandelion, consider growing wild dandelion (Taraxacum officinale) in your garden or using its leaves and roots in teas that support digestion and liver health.

Lesson #2: Adaptability – The Holy Basil of the Herbal World

Holy Basil (Tulsi) is a plant that thrives no matter where it’s planted. Whether growing in gardens, pots, or wild landscapes, it adapts to its surroundings, offering healing and balance.

Women, too, have had to adapt throughout history. Marie Curie navigated a male-dominated field to pioneer radiation research. Maya Angelou transformed personal pain into poetry that empowered generations. Malala Yousafzai continues to advocate for education despite all odds.

➡ Herbal Remedy: Holy Basil tea is known for stress relief and balance—perfect for women leading, adapting, and pushing forward every day. Steep the leaves in hot water, add a touch of honey, and sip your way to calm.

Lesson #3: Strength in Community – Elderberry’s Power in Togetherness

Elderberry is a plant that reminds us of the power of collective strength. A single berry may not seem like much, but together in clusters, elderberries create one of the most potent immune-boosting remedies found in nature.

Women’s history is full of stories of collective power. The suffragettes fought for voting rights together. Women of the Civil Rights Movement stood side by side for justice. Today, women-led environmental and wellness movements continue to transform our world.

➡ Planting Tip: Elderberry (Sambucus) is best planted in pairs—it thrives when it has a companion. A perfect reminder that we grow strongest together.

Celebrating Growth: Planting Seeds for the Future

History shows us that women, like nature, find a way to grow, even in the harshest conditions. Whether it’s through education, activism, leadership, or quiet strength, every woman’s journey is a part of something bigger.

This Women’s History Month, and especially on March 8th for International Women’s Day, let’s plant something meaningful—a healing herb, a pollinator-friendly native plant, or even just a seed of kindness in another woman’s life.

Want to cultivate your own garden of resilience? Planted Wellness offers medicinal herbs, native plants, and apothecary goods to support your wellness journey. Visit our shop or find us at our next pop-up to grow something powerful.