A Legacy of Nourishment and Connection The karaka tree (Corynocarpus laevigatus) stands strong in Aotearoa’s landscape, carrying deep cultural significance and a legacy of nourishment and connection that continues today. For centuries, Māori have cultivated karaka...
We live between two places — shifting between homes, between landscapes, between different ways of being. And with that comes time away from our garden. And I miss it. I miss the quiet rituals of stepping outside in the morning to check on what’s new. A garden is...
In the midst of our busy lives, it’s so easy to forget the importance of having a quiet place to retreat to, a sanctuary where the chaos of the world falls away and we can simply pause and breathe. For me, that place is found inside a brick fence, where karaka...
The Heart Behind Karaka Creative Collective Karaka Creative Collective was born out of a love for storytelling, creative expression, and the beauty of slowing down to savour life’s moments. I wanted to create something that wasn’t just about consuming...
Gardening is more than just taking care of plants — it’s a skill, a passion, and in many ways, a legacy. The knowledge of when to plant, how to nurture, and what thrives in each season has been passed down through generations, much like the plants themselves. In my...
I had envisioned a row of sunflowers blooming along the fence for our wedding weekend, but a month before the big day, many had already opened. In the end, a few were around for the weekend and what I had imagined as a focal point became a subtle, quiet addition to...
