We make the Bach remedy Willow from one particular species: Salix vitellina. It has golden bark at this time of year shining brightly with vigour and strength. The Latin word vitellus means egg yolk so the title is both descriptive of the colour and the idea of new life coming in the egg: an early indication of spring. So much of the Willow remedy is about reawakening enthusiasm for life, about renewal and growth after the hardships of winter perhaps.

The sheep just happened to be there watching as I took the photographs!

So we have had some winter here in the U.K. – nothing like that on mainland Europe. The Gorse flowers look brilliant in the snow. A reminder of how Gorse overcomes adversity. But it is strange the way that it begins to flower just when we expect things to be closing down for winter. Life is stirring even when all seems still.

A self-developmental approach to learning with Jo Sumner begins 10-11th March in London. A great opportunity to learn more about the remedies by learning about yourself.

To sign up for the course, contact Jo Sumner on 020 8579 7659 or download the course leaflet for more information.