Medicine Garden

Another neighbourhood discovery: the traditional medicine garden created by and for U of T's Indigenous students (and for anyone interested). Pictured here are the four sacred medicines used in smudging ceremonies: sage (top left); sweet grass (middle); tobacco (bottom left); and cedar (bottom right). The ceramic bowl in the centre is used for the burning of these plants (medicines) during smudging ceremonies. I have known about this garden but I have never explored it before. Thanks again to 365 for leading me to new discoveries.

Here is a link for more information about the medicine garden:

https://www.utoronto.ca/news/u-t-medicine-garden-labour-love-dad-and-daughter

[Dawn]

How nice to use the plant directly if or as required

[Pyrrhula]

In the old day`s abbey`s use to have medicine gardens . Many still excist. A great view on this one and nicely captured. Fav.

[Shutterbug]

Very interesting capture and information.

[Diana]

Such a great find and capture, what an interesting garden.Thanks for the link I am sure there is a lot to learn.

[Yao RL]

Love it, I should explore the possibilities to grow it in my garden.

[haskar]

I had sach bad association. It reminded me of the times of burning herbalists who were considered witches. Lovely shot and information.

[Jo Worboys]

That's very interesting Heather what a great find

[bkb in the city]

Great find and capture

[Josie Gilbert]

Lovely shot and thank you for the explanation.

[carol white]

An interesting find and narrative.Fav😊

[wendy frost]

Great capture and interesting information to know about.