All’s Well that ends well

The plants in All’s Well That Ends Well are key to conveying themes of love, healing, and transformation. Helena, a skilled healer, utilizes medicinal herbs to cure the ailing King of France, showcasing her intelligence and agency. This act not only catalyzes her journey to win Bertram's love but also highlights the connection between nature and restoration. Additionally, references to flowers reflect the delicate nature of love and relationships, symbolizing growth and aspiration. Overall, plant imagery in the play underscores the interplay between love, ambition, and the healing power inherent in both nature and human connections.

Special thanks to longtime CSF supporter and thespian Chuck Wilcox for voicing the part of The Bard in our video series. Full production credits available here. All photos copyright Colorado Shakespeare Group except those in the public domain, published under Creative Commons (CC) licensing. For more information on (CC) artwork in this video, click here.

Enjoy this slideshow of the plants we have in our All’s Well That Ends Well garden: