Herbs
Growing and using herbs for both culinary and medicinal use is a big part of our homestead and boosting our immune systems. Knowing which medicinal herbs to grow, as well as how to dry herbs and what to do with the herbs you grow isn’t always easy. It’s our desire to help you on your journey to have healthy and natural alternatives to common OTC methods. Some of our favorites are homemade elderberry syrup, this easy old-fashioned cough remedy, or even a “no more pain” salve for bumps, aches, and tension headaches made from a homemade arnica oil.
Growing Garlic for Medicinal & Culinary Purposes
The best motivation for growing garlic isn’t the taste! Plant a clove and enjoy the long-standing benefits of this medicinal bulb.
Calendula Oil Recipe
Organic calendula oil infusion is essential for all herbal medicine cabinets. Use this tutorial to make it yourself, and enjoy the benefits.
How to Grow Parsley (Plant, Harvest, Preserve)
Learn to love growing parsley for its fresh peppery taste that you can use in your favorite recipe from a sauce to garlic bread.
Growing a Rosemary Plant
The best herb garden includes the rosemary plant. Learn how to grow rosemary together with lavender and other companion plants.
Planting Roses (+ Medicinal Uses for Roses)
Learn about the health benefits, choose between bush and climbing varieties, and learn the best time for planting roses. Including how to care for,
DIY Rose and Honey Face Wash (For Dry & Aging Skin)
One of my favorite uses for rose petals is in this homemade rose and honey face wash. It's toning, cleansing and moisturizing all in
Growing Hops (+ Medicinal Benefits of Hops Plants)
You can grow the hops plant from seed or rhizome for more reasons than making beer. Read on to learn more about this beneficial
How to Grow Cilantro
Learn how to grow cilantro from seed to keep, store, or eat fresh, so you can add amazing flavor to your best recipes all
Comfrey Plant
Grow the comfrey plant to use as a cream, salve, or compost tea! It benefits both your garden and the health of your family.
Growing Dill
You can learn the best practices for growing dill from seed for a long, continual harvest of this tasty herb and beneficial plant.
How to Grow Basil
Use this guide to learn how to grow basil from seed in an indoor pot or plant outdoors. It won’t take long before you
Growing Chamomile
The benefits of growing chamomile go far beyond a good tea. Learn how to use this immune-building plant for skin, hair and more.
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