The season of light, connection and adventures... This is the brightest and hottest of the seasons centred on the summer solstice, where we celebrate and make the most of longer daylight hours. We tend to spend more time outdoors and it's typically the season of holidays and travel. Nature is at its peak, being the season where fruits and plants fully develop. Honeysuckle, foxgloves and wildflowers are in abundance, and we get the chance to see birds, butterflies, bees and animals at their best. Cultural Calendar Meteorological Season: 1st June - 31st August Astronomical Season - Summer Solstice: 21st June Day/Night Length: Daylight hours are the longest and night time is shortest. Day length decreases as the season progresses after the solstice. This can vary according to climate, culture or tradition. Chinese Calendar: Starts on or around 5th May, known as Lixia, ending around 7th August, known as Liqiu. Indian Calendar: May and June are Grishma Ritu (Summer) while Varsha Ritu, or Monsoon season are in July and August. Celtic Calendar: Known as Samhradh, this starts at the festival of Beltaine on 1st May, and continues until July. Summer Celebrations: Father's Day, Independence Day, Eid-Al-Adha, Krishna Janmashtani. Seasonal Good Mood Food: Strawberries More than just a traditional Wimbledon snack. The seeds in these delicious summer berries contain alpha-linoleic acid, which is an omega-3 fatty acid that is linked with boosting the mood and cognitive function. Its bright colour is a sign that it's packed with antioxidants and Vitamin C, both of which counter inflammation which can be linked to low moods. Seasonal Tea Break: After Dinner Blend Boost your digestion after that late dinner with: Mint - An antispasmodic herb that calms the stomach muscles, helping to relieve cramps, bloating and poor digestion. Lemon Verbena - Helps relieve symptoms of indigestion and discomfort. Contains the oil citral that works to aid the digestion of fats. Eucalyptus - A natural painkiller and rich in antioxidants, as well as relieving inflammation. Four Scents Summer Hero Capture the essence of dreamy summer evenings and long, hazy days with our Summer Radiance Reed Diffuser. This exotic blend transports you to distant shores with opulent notes of Neroli, Jasmone and Ylang-Ylang. Cheerful Mandarin and soothing Petitgrain top the blend, lending a sense of freshness, while Rose embodies the spirit of summer. Precious Tuberose lends warmth and deeply relaxing qualities. The natural base lends superior throw and depth of the blend, while the bamboo reeds are extremely efficient at diffusing a good, even flow of the fragrance.
