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The Herb ChickweedHerb Chickweed was considered a weed at one time, and there are still many variations of Chickweed, so to make certain you are harvesting the right variety, sow your Chickweed from purchased seed.Because Chickweed grows like a weed, you should harvest the plant before it flowers and then goes to seed. The herb chickweed earned its name because birds are so crazy about it. They not only like the tops, but they also love the seeds. Apparently other animals like it as well. According to A Modern Herbal (Volume 1, A-H): The Medicinal, Culinary, Cosmetic and Economic Properties, Cultivation and Folk-Lore of Herbs, Grasses, Fungi, Shrubs & Trees with Their Modern Scientific Uses 
"Pigs like Chickweed, and also rabbits; cows and horses will eat it; sheep are indifferent to it, but goats refuse to touch it."¹The entire plant of the herb chickweed can be used. Harvest it during the summer. Unfortunately, Chickweed does not dry well, so use it fresh. For the Medicine Cabinet Buy Organic Chickweed Seeds Here 
The herb chickweed is a demulcent herb that can act as a protective barrier on irritated or inflamed tissue.
It is useful to help ease the pain of an irritated bowel system.
A tea made from chickweed can also ease a cough.Boil the leaves fresh and make a poultice of Chickweed and wrap it in muslin before applying it to a boil to ease the inflammation. Use the remaining water, when cooled, to bathe the affected part. Bathing with a cooled infusion of the herb chickweed will help sores to heal more quickly. It also helps heal bruises, varicose veins and hemorrhoids. In the KitchenChickweed has both vitamin C and A, cancer-fighting agents and essential fatty acids, niacin, potassium and rutin that are excellent for your heart, so you can't do much better than to have this wonderful, former weed in your daily diet. The young leaves of Chickweed can be boiled and look and taste much like boiled spinach. Chickweed can also be used fresh in a salad.Growing TipsChickweed is easy to grow and like most weeds, will thrive in virtually any soil. Do keep it contained and be careful not to let it flower out.
Buy this herb in individual tea bags from your health food store, and you'll pay about $4 for an ounce or less. But buy this herb in bulk, and you'll get four times the amount for about the same price. Four ounces just $3.33 Learn About Other Natural Herbs Grow your medicinal garden easily either indoors or out with this hydropoinics system. Buy it here. 
Do you have a persistent cough you can't seem to shake? Mullein is an excellent remedy for soothing a cough and helping you sleep.
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Echinacea builds your immune system and helps to fight infections. Here are some growing tips. Balm is a soothing herb that makes a delicious lemony tea and is also good for sleeplessness and nervousness. Learn more. If you're looking for an herb that works as a natural insect repellent and is good for treating fevers, try this herb. Chamomile not only helps you sleep, but it can also rejuvenate your other ailing plants. Learn how to grow this herb by clicking here. Feverfew can ease a fever, is a tonic to your immune system and also works as a natural insect repellent. Learn how to grow and use feverfew by clicking here.  This Hydrofarm Grow Light System 
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Fennel is an excellent herb both to grow and keep on hand to ease symptoms such as kidney stones and digestive problems.
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Looking for a natural remedy for bladder infections, gout or rheumatism? Look no further than this simple weed. If you need an herb that helps heal sores, bruises, hemorrhoids and varicose veins, look no further than chickweed. An herb that's excellent for healing mouth sores and balancing hormones is Borage. Learn how to grow this herb by clicking here. Not only does bergamot have a delightful smell and make a delicious salad, it is also excellent for relieving cold symptoms. Learn more. To ease colic in children and ease the symptoms of a stomachache, consider growing dill.  Start seeds indoors easily with this Hydrofarm Hot House with Heat Mat 
If you're looking for a salt substitute as well as an herb to flavor meatloaf and other dishes, consider
lovage.
The next time you have constipation, consider this unappreciated little weed. Add a delicious smell to your garden and flavor to your salads by growing the herb anise. Learn more. The herb hyssop can help ease the symptoms of rheumatism, swelling and help rid your body of toxins. Learn more. If you want to get rid of warts, consider growing calendula.  Have the most successful herb garden anywhere, especially in small areas with this helpful book. Angelica is excellent for giving you more energy and easing digestive complaints. Learn more. If you're looking for a remedy to get rid of intestinal worms, consider using mugwort. When you are working with the roots of the plant or any other part that has a tough outer shell, you will need to make a decoction. Learn more. Making a poultice out of medicinal herbs can be useful to ease pain, reduce swelling or remove warts. Learn how. When planning your garden, don't forget to grow herbs. Not only do they smell nice and add flavoring to food, many also have healing qualities. Learn more. The next time you have a cold or flu, consider one of these herbs for fighting viral infections. Learn more. ¹Mrs. M. Grieve, F.R.H.S., A Modern Herbal, (New York: Dorset Press, 1992), 196 |
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