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Homestead Healing HerbsHomestead healing herbs are a boon to the self reliant homesteader. Growing your own herbs in your own garden for healing minor medical complaints - what could be better?There are a lot more homestead healing herbs out than the ones I have listed here; heck, I could do an entire website on healing herbs alone! But here is a sampling of some of the herbs you may want in your homestead garden. BergamotThis wonderful plant is a delightful part of any homestead healing herbs collection. Bergamot is native to the United States and was used by native Americans as a tea. The flowers are dark pink, red and purple and smell of oranges or lemon - if you have lemon bergamot. They also attract bees, a real plus for a productive garden.Bergamot is a perennial and grows best in soil that stays damp in the summer. It won't do well in soils that are chalky. It prefers sun but will also grow in shady areas, as long as the soil is damp. It also likes bone meal. If you're an urban homesteader, this is the plant for you; bergamot is great for growing in containers. 
Uses for BergamotBoth the leaves and flowers of bergamot are edible. The leaves can be used either fresh or dried and have a flavor similar to thyme. You can also use the leaves to make tea. Bergamot is good for helping with digestion. It can also help relieve cold symptoms and a sore throat.BorageBorage is a lovely homestead healing herb to look at. The flowers are bright blue and star-shaped. Borage loves a rich soil and full sun. Also, the wind will knock it over pretty easily, so it needs wind protection. Once it is established, borage will reseed itself. Plant your tomatoes next to your borage bed - it will improve the flavor of your tomatoes. The flowers are also excellent for encouraging bees. You should harvest the leaves just before using them. The dried leaves don't have nearly the flavor of the fresh ones. Use fresh borage leaves to make tea.Uses for BorageBorage can help reduce fevers, relieve symptoms of bronchial tract infections and help heal mouth and throat infections. It helps clear your skin and promote healthy skin growth. It can also balance hormones, eases both depression and inflammation and works as a mild sedative. Caution: don't use borage if you are prone to developing kidney stones.CalendulaCalendula is one of the more well-known homestead healing herbs. It usually an annual that grows from one to three feet all. Calendula flowers can be orange or yellow and resemble a cheery drawing of the sun. You use calendula flowers either fresh or dried.
From the Homesteading Shopper! Buy homestead healing herbs 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 from the Homesteading Shopper, and you'll get four times the amount for about the same price. Four ounces just $2.73 These homestead healing herbs are easily grown from seed and can be sown directly in the garden in early spring or early summer. You must water them regularly. They will start producing flowers about 40 to 50 days after the seeds germinate. Uses for CalendulaHarvest it in the late morning, after the dew dries. Pick the flowers off as soon as they have a nice bloom. Spread the flowers on a screen to dry in the shade. Turn them several times daily. You can also dry them in a dehydrator. As soon as the flowers are dry, store them in plastic bags or glass jars.You can make a paste out of the fresh flowers by adding them to a blender with a little water. Calendula has been used for years to heal wounds and sooth irritated skin. ChamomileChamomile has been loved and respected since Egyptian times. This perennial plant has a feathery appearance, is low-growing and tends to creep its way across your garden beds.
From the Homesteading Shopper! Buy homestead healing herbs 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 from the Homesteading Shopper, and you'll get four times the amount for about the same price. Four ounces just $3.48 Harvest the chamomile flowers when the petals begin to turn back. A lot of work is involved, but the flavor of the fresh tea will be well worth it. Dry them with a dehydrator. The dried flowers will remain pungent for months. A Word of Caution About ChamomileChamomile is a uterine stimulant, so don't use these homestead healing herbs if you are pregnant. Also, if you are allergic to ragweed, you may get dermatitis when collecting chamomile.Uses for ChamomileThis tea helps soothe nerves and eases menstrual cramps. It promotes healthy hair and skin and provides better mental alertness. At the same time it is a safe and soothing sedative. These homestead healing herbs are safe enough to give to children for colds and indigestion.
More Information on Homestead GardeningBeauty is as important as functionality. Learn what Cottage Gardening can teach us.You grow vegetables to save money. Want to save even more? Purchase bulk seeds for cost savings and self reliant preparation. Have an even longer growing season and save money by starting seeds inside. Here are some tips. Are you new to gardening? Here are some Great vegetables for beginning gardeners. How to choose the best garden location. Want a stronger, healthier garden? Put in raised beds to control moisture and help keep out insects. Or better still, try these easier raised beds without digging. For a healthy, productive garden, you need to add nutrients to your soil. Learn how to make your own compost. Protect your plants through mulching. Here's how Before reaching for that poisonous spray, try these all natural pest control tips Got a nasty itch from poison ivy? Here are some poison ivy treatment tips. If you have limited space, try growing your garden in containers Before starting your container gardening, here are some tips on how to Find the right garden container Some things you will want to know before pursuing self sufficient gardening Growing soil with limited space is possible. Here are some tips on composting with worms Want to have fresh, home-grown lettuce even during the winter months? Learn how to build and use a cold frame. |
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