Culture
‘The universe is a continuous web. Touch it at any point and the whole web quivers.’ – Stanley Kunitz
Here, we explore the nuances of the relationship between humans and the natural world. We share provocative ideas and thoughtful opinions, and ask plenty of questions about what it means to be here, now.
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Mary Oliver’s Wild and Precious Life
CultureMary Oliver is a woman of the wilderness and one of America's most celebrated poets.
Women and Henna: an Intricate Cultural Dance
CultureA fascinating story connecting the history of henna use with women, Pythagoras's dislike of fava beans, and much more.
Tulita the Plant Truck Interviews her Driver. What?!
CultureEach week Tulita the plant truck prowls the streets of NYC, driven by leafy lady Christan Summers.
Plants & Prayers: Ancient Healing Rituals
CultureAn exploration of the plants used to perform medicine against 'the evil eye'.
The Artist and the Botanical Collector
Art & Design, CulturePassion, plants and money ain't good bedfellows.
The Plant Society: A Network for Plant Lovers
CultureMelbourne rare plant collector and architect Jason Chongue is having a plant party and you're invited!
Petrol Station Plants: The Bold and Un-Beautiful
Botanica, CultureAn investigation into the horticultural merits of petrol station 'gardens'.
Amanita muscaria: A Cautionary Tale
Botanica, CultureA cautionary tale about reindeer urine, an Angelina Jolie-like fungi, and a bad trip.
Marfa, Texas. A Travel Guide
CultureOtis & Otto's Kirsty Davey takes us on a tour of Marfa, Texas!
Life Lessons from a Frankincense Tree
Botanica, CultureThe exquisite scent of the desert is borne of hardship
The Great American Desert
CultureWe tour some of America's great deserts with photographer, Claude Harvey.
Almería: How We Made the Desert
CultureA thought-provoking visit to El Arbardinal Botanic Gardens in the Spanish desert.
Plants on Pink: An Instagram Community
CultureThe humble hashtag can build a whole community!
Tree Wars: There’s a Battle On in the Suburbs
CultureA privet can start a war. Tomatoes can lead to murder.
Food, Culture and Community
CulturePatrick Honan takes a look at immigration, community gardens and changes in food culture.
When Families Become Trees
Botanica, CultureWhat if we thought about community in terms of trees?
John Cage: The Mushroom Man
CultureJohn Cage was a composer, author and avid mushroom hunter.
Mapplethorpe’s Flora
Art & Design, CultureWe take a look inside the epic book, Mapplethorpe Flora.