“Idon’t wanna wait in vain for your love ...”, like Bob Marley’s bitter sweet words imply, wishing for love from an unwilling participant can tempt even the strongest into trying to create it. And since we’ve all at least thought about curing the vacuum of love with artificial help, what little helpers are available to the lovesick?

Michael Bate has been Head Gardener at the organic herb gardens of Weleda UK Ltd, which manufactures natural medicines and body care products, for over 20 years. He also manages production of the plant tinctures. Here he examines the therapeutic benefits of birch.

Jill Rosemary Davies explores the magic of western traditional herbal medicine.

Michael Bate has been Head Gardener at the organic herb gardens of Weleda UK Ltd for 20 years. He also manages production of the plant tinctures. Here he examines the therapeutic benefits of chamomile.

Michael Bate has been Head Gardener at the organic herb gardens of Weleda UK Ltd, which manufactures natural medicines and bodycare products, for over 20 years. He also manages production of the plant tinctures. Here he examines the therapeutic benefits of calendula.