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.

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.

Growing Oregano
Learn the best methods for growing oregano from seed or plant cutting and what it will need to thrive in an indoor pot or

Homemade Antibiotic Ointment (Better Than Neosporin)
Ditch over-the-counter Neosporin and make your own healthy and soothing antibiotic ointment at home! This easy DIY is the perfect use for those home-grown

Lemon Balm Plant (Herbal Medicine)
Don’t buy a lemon balm plant. Instead, you can use this guide to learn how to propagate or grow one from seed and ways

Easy Home Remedy for Allergies (+ Hay Fever)
It's time to toss your over-the-counter allergy medication and start using something that's actually good for your body! Learn how with this home remedy

Dandelion Uses for the Homestead
Don’t kill that weed! Leave it to grow in your backyard, and read on to learn dandelion uses, including parts from the root to

How to Freeze Basil
Don’t leave fresh basil from the garden hanging to dry. Instead, learn how to freeze basil using an ice cube tray to store and

How to Make a Tincture (Using the Ratio Method)
You can learn how to make herbal tinctures using alcohol or glycerin with this simple DIY guide. Read on to get started.

Immune Boosting Tea (Throat Soothing!)
Green or herbal teas can be great immune system helpers, but you can add this homemade immune boosting tea recipe to your routine for