About us
Are you Curious? Did you ever wonder what medicinal herbs are about?
Have you ever tried to find out information or resources to help guide you on your way, but feel overwhelmed? Have you become stuck, and don’t know where to turn?
How do I begin growing these plants? Where can I find them? Do they grow wild in my area? Are they abundant? How do I know for sure they are the right ones?
Are you struggling with what to do for your children? Where to begin to keeping them healthy? How do you get them to take these different herbs? In what forms?
How about your life? How do you incorporate all of this into your life? How do I make these easy and fun for everyone in my life?
That is where Blooming Curiosity fits in...To help lend a hand on your journey to reconecting with your WHOLE self. A ‘re’membering of sorts, getting back to your roots, feeling connected to all that is around you. So, let’s build the vision together! Let us work together in a co-creative environment to figure out what works for you, your family, and/or your lifestyle. I have worked with both families and individuals to empower them to find what works for them and help gain a new perspective on how to do it all and not be overwhelmed.
Take your life back, choose to feel a connection! Join me on this quest, I would LOVE to assist you on this co-creative transformation.
April Alexander
herbal educator, flower essence practitioner, mother, bee keeper, gardener, & consultant.
Meet April, the founder and creative force behind Blooming-Curiosity, nestled in the serene East End of Long Island, NY, specifically on the enchanting North Fork. With a deep-rooted passion for traditional herbal wisdom, April is dedicated to fostering connections between people and plants, empowering individuals through the sharing of knowledge.
At Blooming-Curiosity, April curates a range of enriching experiences including classes, workshops, herbal product crafting, and personalized consultations. Her journey with herbalism began in childhood, with a profound affinity for the natural world. This lifelong pursuit culminated in a pivotal moment in 2012 when she embarked on her first herbal class, sparking a transformational journey into the healing powers of plant medicine.
In 2014, April further honed her expertise by studying under renowned herbalist Rosemary Gladstar at Sage Mountain in Vermont, delving into subjects like Herbal 101 and the Ecstasy of Teaching. Today, she proudly serves as a teacher herself, sharing her knowledge as a graduate of The Science and Art of Herbalism.
A dedicated learner and active participant in the herbal community, April regularly attends prestigious events such as the International Herb Symposium and the Northeast Women's Herbal Conference. She is also deeply engaged with organizations like United Plant Savers and the Northeast Herbal Association, continually expanding her understanding under the guidance of esteemed mentors including Matthew Wood, Caroline Gagnon, and Kate Gilday. Join April on her journey of discovery and connection with the natural world at Blooming-Curiosity.