The scale is impressive: 50,000 lavender plants growing alongside 5,000 roses in the mineral-rich landscape of the Barrandien geopark. This isn’t a hobby project but a vision brought to life by Helena Neumannova, focused on holistic wellbeing centered around a special variety – Lavandula Bohemia, grown to certified BIO medicinal standards.
Now, thanks to UK representation by Lavender Lux, these unique products are available to British wellness enthusiasts.
Helena is much more than a farmer. A trained pediatric nurse with 30 years of experience in naturopathy and herbalism, she invested her resources into building this wellness complex to continue the tradition of Czech spa culture.
Her journey was shaped by time spent with shamans in South America, where she deepened her understanding of ancestral healing knowledge. This experience informed her philosophy: “Bow to medicine, but take off your hat to herbs.” Helena combines her signature Lavandula Bohemia with other carefully selected herbs, all grown to BIO standards, creating products with genuine therapeutic potential.
She encourages people to take control of their health: “Step out of the role of a victim and become the creator of one’s own health.” This approach positions Lavender Valley as an advocate for informed self-care.
Helena contrasts conventional medicine with nature’s healing capacity: “More people are putting their trust in nature. Natural, organic resources have a proven track record of healing many ailments if grown properly and tested against strict scientific standards like we do at Lavandula Bohemia.”
Her book, “Mistrovství zdraví” (Mastery of Health), explores navigating medicine, herbs, and finding genuine health support in today’s world. She also offers personal healing consultancies at the Valley, establishing herself as both practitioner and thought leader in naturopathy.
Lavandula Bohemia isn’t just any lavender. While botanically classified as Lavandula angustifolia, its unique potency comes from specific environmental conditions and cultivation methods. It’s grown under certified BIO quality standards – no chemical fertilizers, pesticides, hormones, or antibiotics.
What makes it special is its terroir. The lavender grows on ancient limestone seabeds within the protected Barrandien geopark. This geological environment, combined with local climate stresses and organic cultivation, produces lavender with exceptional concentrations of beneficial compounds – antioxidants, natural antibiotics, antiseptics, antidepressants, and high levels of flavonoids, which have powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects.
These aren’t just claims. Lavender Valley partners with Prague’s University of Chemistry and Technology, conducting research that has reportedly found certain biodynamic qualities to be up to six times higher than organic lavenders from traditional regions like France or Bulgaria.
The benefits of this potent lavender are extensive: supporting immune function, promoting calm, and positively affecting both nervous and digestive systems. It helps alleviate stress, anxiety, and insomnia. The team at Lavender Valley reports positive outcomes when using it as part of holistic approaches for managing symptoms of chronic and autoimmune diseases, neurological conditions, cardiovascular issues, and type 2 diabetes.
Multiple certifications underscore the commitment to quality: BIO certification, GEOFOOD label (guaranteeing geographical origin and traditional production), FCS (confirming 100% compostable packaging), and Pharmadata certification.
Lavender Valley has evolved into a comprehensive wellness destination. Described as a “spa for soul, body and mind,” it offers diverse experiences year-round.
Visitors can explore the fragrant BIO lavender fields, enjoy treatments in the BIO Lavender Aroma House, SPA house, or Herb Hut. For longer stays, accommodations like Tiny Houses are available within the landscape.
Hands-on workshops allow guests to create their own organic creams or hand-made perfumes. An on-site restaurant and café showcase Lavandula Bohemia in dishes made with fresh ingredients from surrounding farms. Guests can enjoy special dining experiences and tastings of BIO Lavender drinks, unique cold brews, and organic teas.
Helena offers personal healing consultancies, and there’s even a dedicated Spa for Children focusing on natural approaches to childhood issues like atopic eczema, chronic inflammation, and weakened immunity.
Lavandula Bohemia offers remarkable benefits for skin health. Its natural antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties help combat acne, soothe dry or irritated skin, even skin tone, and reduce blotchiness. As a source of antioxidants, it helps protect the skin from environmental stressors that contribute to premature aging. Studies suggest it can promote wound healing and soothe minor irritations.
Integrating Lavandula Bohemia products into your daily routine transforms it into a holistic wellness practice. Since what we put on our skin is absorbed both deeply into the skin and throughout the body, choosing BIO-certified products free from harmful chemicals is important. The calming scent simultaneously supports mental wellbeing, creating a synergy of skin health, mental calm, and internal wellness.
Lavender Valley offers more than just lavender; it presents a compelling narrative woven from personal passion, scientific rigour, and deep respect for nature. It stands as a testament to the vision of its founder, Helena Neumannova, who seamlessly blends her background in nursing and naturopathy with ancestral wisdom and a commitment to Czech spa traditions to create a haven for holistic healing.
The farm itself has blossomed into an experiential destination, inviting visitors to immerse themselves in wellness through treatments, workshops, nature walks, and mindful dining. This commitment extends to sustainable practices, evident even in details like compostable packaging. The creation of unique, natural products, combining Lavandula Bohemia with other BIO herbs based on traditional medicine principles, further underscores the Valley’s dedication to holistic wellbeing.
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