The picture above shows Patchouli grown in my garden over the summer and fall of 2025. I harvested, dried, and then distilled it on December 31, 2025. (Thank you, dear Patchouli!) Below, you’ll find a selection of articles that offer essential context for this class—pieces that explore the deeper dimensions of distillation, plant relationship, ecology, and practice. Scroll down to watch the video and move into the heart of this lesson.

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