Individual Greeting Cards

Celebrate life's special moments with our elegant greeting cards. Our cards feature stunning botanical photography and heartfelt messages. Celebrate the beauty of nature and the power of words. Our greeting cards, perfect for framing, make a timeless addition to any home.

Meet The Plants

Hair

The "Hair" card showcases the intricate beauty of the Cirsium Canum, or Queen Anne's Thistle. Its feathery form mirrors the complexity and cultural significance of human hair. From ancient Egyptian hairstyles to modern punk rock, hair has been a powerful symbol of identity, status, and spirituality. This botanical masterpiece invites us to contemplate the stories our hair tells, the cultures it represents, and the emotions it evokes.

Mask

The “Mask” card features the delicate Phacelia Tanacetifolia, or Lacy Phacelia. Its ethereal blooms envoke us to peel back the layers of self-doubt and societal pressures. As we shed these masks, we uncover our true selves, a process of self-discovery and acceptance. Embracing our vulnerabilities is a sign of strength, and it's through this authenticity that we truly blossom and grow.

Voice

The “Voice” card features the intriguing Carduus Nutans, or Nodding Thistle. Its spiky bud invites us to embrace the power of our voices. Like a river, our voices flow, shaping the landscape of our lives. But before the river flows, it begins as a small, contained source, much like the tightly closed bud of the thistle. This reminds us that every great voice, every powerful idea, starts with possibility.

Women

The “Women” card features the delicate Globeflower, or Trollius Europaeus. Its rounded form symbolizes the cyclical nature of life. As we gather a sacred circle forms and we connect with the divine feminine though a space of creativity. In this circle we share wisdom and birth new ideas, illuminating our collective consciousness.

Bird

The “Bird” card features the striking Aristolochia Clematitis, or Birthwort plant. Its unique, bird-like shape invites us to embrace a sense of wonder and curiosity. Like a newly hatched bird, we are born with the potential at any moment to explore

Warrior

The “Warrior” card features the resilient Forsythia Suspensa, or Weeping Forsythia. It symbolizes the strength, courage, and enduring power of the human spirit. Like a warrior, the Forsythia perseveres through harsh conditions, emerging stronger and more beautiful each year. And as war uproots and destroys, it also creates space for new growth. In the aftermath of conflict and trauma, seeds of hope are planted, and a path to healing and renewal emerges. Let us learn from the resilience of nature and humanity, and strive to be beacons of hope and healing in our own lives and communities.

Star

The “Star” card features the delicate Parnassia Palustris, or Marsh Grass of Parnassus. Its star-shaped flowers remind us of the cosmic connection that binds us all. As we gaze upon the night sky, we are reminded of the stardust that makes up our very being. Each star, a distant sun, invites us to contemplate the vastness of the universe and the interconnectedness of all things. As we look up at the night sky, we are also looking back in time, witnessing the universe as it once was.

Breathe

The “Breathe” card features the resilient Symphytum Officinale, or Common Comfrey. Its robust form and healing properties remind us of the power of breath. With each inhale, we connect with the life force of the universe. Let us pause, take a deep breath, and nourish our lungs, the gateway to our soul. By tuning into the rhythm of our breath, we can find peace, clarity, and renewal.

Harvest

The “Harvest” card features the vibrant Blumenbachia Hieronymi, or Loasaceae plant. Its charming fruit symbolizes the rewards of our efforts. Let us savor the sweetness of life’s harvest, from the fruits of our labor to the simple joys of each day. As we gather the bounty of our experiences, let us share our blessings with others, perhaps with a side of pie. After all, sharing is caring (and delicious)!

Tower

The “Tower” card features the striking Equisetum Hyemale, or Rough Horsetail. Its segmented form, spiraling upwards, can sometimes seem like a cyclical journey. However, from a different perspective, we see that each turn brings us closer to our goals. Like the Horsetail, we may feel stuck in a loop at times, but with persistence and a shift in perspective, we can ascend to new heights.

Dancer

The "Dancer" card showcases the graceful Aconitum, or Monk's Hood. This elegant plant, with its poised allure, seems to dance in the wind, inspiring the haiku: "Striking poised allure, Vogue, where fashion meets fierce grace, Art in every pose." Just as the Aconitum gracefully sways, we too can embody its spirit through dance, finding our own rhythm and flow. Let this card serve as a reminder to move with grace and confidence, like the delicate dance of nature itself.

Om

The “Om” card features the serene Aspidium Filix-Mas, or Shield Fern Fronds. As these elegant ferns bow towards each other, they symbolize the interconnectedness of all things, much like the spiritual significance of the “Om” mantra. Just as the “Om” represents the universe, the ferns embody the harmony and balance found in nature. By contemplating the image, we can connect with the divine energy that flows through all beings.

Lift

The "Lift" card highlights the uplifting Symphytum Officinale, or Common Comfrey plant. Its robust growth and healing properties symbolize aspiration and reaching new heights. As the Comfrey stretches towards the sky, it inspires us to reach for our own potential. Just as the plant draws nourishment from the earth, we too can draw strength from our roots and grow towards our aspirations.

Wings

The "Wings" card showcases the ethereal beauty of the Aquilegia Chrysantha, or Golden Columbine. Its delicate, wing-like petals evoke a sense of freedom and lightness. This plant, with its unique shape, invites us to ascend to new heights and embrace a broader perspective. Imagine a garden pixie soaring above the garden and gazing upon the world with childlike wonder.

Cheers

The “Cheers” card celebrates the festive Salvia Argentea, or Silver Sage plant. Its tiered, upward-reaching form, reminiscent of a celebratory champagne tower, evokes a sense of joy and abundance. Like the Sage plant, let's raise a toast to life's many blessings.

Totem

The “Totem” card features the majestic Aesculus Parviflora, or Bottlebrush Buckeye. Its towering form and intricate details invite us to connect with our ancestral roots. As we walk upon the earth we tread the same ground as our ancestors. We are part of a larger story, a legacy that spans generations. Let us stand tall, grounded in our heritage and the stories that shape us. 

Confident

The “Confident” card features the majestic Silphium Laciniatum, or Compass Plant. Its striking form, captured in a moment of stillness, reminds us that strength and gentleness can coexist. Like the plant, we too can be both powerful and delicate, resilient and compassionate. Let us embrace our multifaceted nature and step forward with confidence.

Ring

The “Ring” card showcases the striking Equisetum Hiemale, or Winter Horsetail. Its segmented form, reminiscent of a timeless hourglass, symbolizes the cyclical nature of existence. The plant’s hollow structure invites us to embrace moments of solitude and reflection, grounding us in the present moment. As we journey through life’s cycles, let us embrace the beauty of both beginnings and endings, just as the sun rises and sets, and the moon waxes and wanes.

Crown

The “Crown” card features the striking Asclepias Syriaca, or Common Milkweed. Its regal form symbolizes the divine potential within each of us. Like a crown, this plant adorns the landscape, a testament to the beauty and power of nature. Let us embrace our own divine potential, cultivating qualities such as kindness, patience, and wisdom. As we do so, we can rule our inner and outer lives with grace, compassion, and understanding.

Bouquet

The “Bouquet” card features the delicate Phacelia Tanacetifolia, or Lacy Phacelia. From a single source, an abundance of beauty emerges. This plant reminds us that even the smallest seed can grow into something extraordinarily complex and beautiful. Let us embrace the intricate beauty of life, from the smallest detail to the grandest scheme. Like a child innocently plucking a dandelion and scattering its seeds to the wind, we too can contribute to the beauty of the world, one thought, one action, one kindness at a time.

Anthropomorphic Collection

Inspired by the anthropomorphic characteristics of plants and the energy they radiate, the accompanying haiku poem invites us to ponder the possibility of humans mirroring nature's patterns. Diversity is a beautiful and essential part of the human experience, enriching our lives and broadening our perspectives, diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and resilience. As Karl Blossfeldt himself stated, "The plant must be valued as a totally artistic and architectural structure."

25 Greeting cards and 25 envelopes.

One greeting card means one plant photography insert with historical information on the back, one haiku poem insert with a dedicated place for your message on the back.

Greeting Card: 5” x 7” vertical.

Envelope: 5.25” x 7.25” spaced to comfortably fit the cards.

Greeting Card: 32 point thickness, high-quality matte paper (does not bend).

Envelope: Peel and stick pointed closure on high-quality durable paper (no see through).

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