Medicinal Plants

Do you long for a well-stocked home herbal apothecary? This post explains which herbs and tools you actually need to build a useful home apothecary from scratch. (It's easier than you might think!) Find out about the top medicinal herbs to keep on hand plus shortcuts for building an inexpensive herbal remedy toolkit. Tap to read now or save for later.

Interested in growing elderberries in your garden? ​ ​These amazing plants are easy to grow and offer stunning flowers and delicious medicinal berries. This comprehensive guide to growing elderberries and elderflowers by the author of Everything Elderberry covers everything you need to know to grow elderberry plants in your own yard, including propagation methods, elderberry plant care, and lots more. Tap to get the guide or save for later.

Did you know the common 'weed' plantain has loads of incredible medicinal uses? It's fantastic as a remedy for bug bites and sunburn and for soothing irritated tissues internally. Best of all, you can probably find this useful wild plant in your yard or neighborhood. Read the full post to find out how to use it in tea, tincture, and salves so you have it on hand whenever you need it. Tap to learn more or save for later.

Ever tried self heal? Also known as heal all, this common wild plant has some wonderful medicinal uses. Self heal can be used for wounds, infections, and ​ ​to support the immune system. A must-have for your home apothecary, self heal is easy to grow or forage. An excellent plant for backyard foragers and herbal beginners to know. Tap to learn about identifying and using self-heal or save for later.

Looking for herbs you can grow in shade or part-shade? Discover more than 35 shade-tolerant herbs you can grow in less sunny spots in your garden. From culinary herbs like rosemary and thyme to medicinal herbs like calendula and tulsi, there are dozens of herbs that grow in shade. Tap to learn about the many herbs for shade or save for later.

Interested in growing your own herbal remedies? Whether you have a little space or a lot, find out which medicinal herbs to consider adding to a healing garden of any size or to your vegetable garden. This post explains what to know about starting a medicinal herb garden, choosing medicinal plants for your garden, and using herbs safely. Check out the full post to learn about creating your own medicine garden this season. Tap to read now or save for later.

Ground ivy (often called creeping Charlie) is a medicinal herb that's often overlooked by herbalists and foragers. Ground ivy has numerous traditional medicinal uses and may also be used for wild food. Check out the full post to learn about the benefits of ground ivy and how to use this edible wild plant for food and medicine. Tap to learn more or save for later!

Did you know the leaves of wild violets are edible and medicinal? Even better, you can forage them all season long. Though the flowers last just a few weeks, you can use violet leaves throughout the growing season for cooking and herbal remedies. Packed with nutrients and medicinal compounds, violet leaves are most often used to support respiratory and lymphatic health. Tap to discover how to use these underutilized medicinal plants in your herbal apothecary or save for later.

Soothing and delicious, lemon balm tea is a wonderful healthy drink to support relaxation and sleep. Find out what to know about sourcing lemon balm and making the best lemon balm infusions from either fresh or dried lemon balm leaves. Plus find tips for blending lemon balm with other herbs for healing herbal tea blends. Tap to get the easy lemon balm tea recipe or save for later.

Discover how easy it is to grow these 10 medicinal plants at home! Transform your garden into a natural pharmacy and enjoy the benefits of homegrown remedies. #MedicinalPlants #HomeGardening #HerbalRemedies

If you want to start a medicinal herb garden to build a natural medicine cabinet, but you have no idea what herbs you should be growing, click through for an easy guide to get you started.

Discover why 6 healing mushrooms with powerful health benefits are valued in traditional wellness practices. These functional mushrooms help support the immune system, balance mood, and boost natural energy. Learn about popular varieties like Reishi and turkey tail, plus tips for identifying them safely. Explore more Natural Remedies, mushroom medicinal uses, health benefits of mushrooms, mushroom apothecary at Grow Forage Cook Ferment.

Got dandelions? Harvest them for dandelion tea! You can make a tasty tea from the flowers, leaves, or roots. A medicinal plant that's been used for centuries, dandelions have numerous benefits. Check out the full blog post to find out how to make dandelion tea from fresh or dried dandelion. Tap to learn more or save for later.

Ever tried brewing rosemary tea? This aromatic, antioxidant-rich tea can be made with fresh or dried rosemary. Find out the best way to brew rosemary tea plus money-saving tips for sourcing rosemary. Check out the full post to learn how to make rosemary tea with this easy recipe. Save for later!

Did you know many common herbs can support better immune function? This beginner-friendly guide explains how to use immune-boosting herbs to help you fight off viruses. Learn how to strengthen your immune system naturally with immune-boosting herbs like garlic, astragalus, ginger and elderberry. Read the full post to find out how these herbs can support your immune system and keep you healthy this season. Tap for details or save for later.