Planting trees is one of the most important things we can do to help the environment. Trees are often described as the lungs of the planet, helping to clean the air we breathe and absorb carbon from the atmosphere. Sequoias are among the most powerful carbon-sequestering trees on Earth and can store enormous amounts of carbon over their long lifespans. They also provide habitat for birds, animals, and plants, help filter water, and have long been sources of medicine.

Sequoias are an endangered species, increasingly threatened by climate change and fire in their natural southern ranges. The Pacific Northwest offers conditions where these trees can grow and thrive, which is why a grove of Sequoias was planted at Alchemy Farm as a gesture toward the future. The original vision included the possibility of growing a permaculture food forest within the circle of Sequoias.

The project was made possible through generous patrons who sponsored trees in memory of loved ones. Trees were dedicated to: Fred & Marianne Hobbs • Kalliope Dom • Melissa Dom • Alexis Trudel • Adrian Dom • Haleigh Trudel • Doug & Rose Floyd • Linda Floyd • Ralph Dom • Jo Logan • Simon Webb • Ingrid Koivukangas and Robin Logan, creators of Alchemy Farm (center tree), and Erica Wilson and Mark Lemos, with Jack and Evan, the new guardians of Alchemy Farm.

The Alchemy Farm Sequoia Grove was conceived as a long-term environmental artwork by award-winning environmental artist and co-creator of Alchemy Farm, Ingrid Koivukangas. Over time the grove and surrounding gardens will continue to grow and change, creating habitat for wildlife and contributing to the ecological richness of the landscape.