Medicinal herbs

Boswellia sacra is technically classified as an herb, however I found it difficult to acquire either a start or seeds of this plant.  I have been on the hunt for seeds or starts of this plant for over three years.  After a very long search for either a live Boswellia sacra plant, or seeds I found that …

Lemon grass is a tropical herb that can be grown indoors or outdoors. Lemon grass has the ability to grow nearly everywhere, including jungles, gardens, pots on patios or balconies and of course indoors in a bright window or under grow lights. It is also pest-free which means that it never needs to be sprayed …

One of my favorite plants to grow is scented grass. Although some of the scented grasses are perennials, most of them are not. Their uses range from medicinal, to culinary and crafting such as making potpourri or smudge sticks. There are so many advantages to growing scented grasses in containers and in the ground that …

There are so many reasons to start growing ginger in your garden or for those in a cold climate, in a flower pot. Ginger is a great plant to grow, as well as one that has been used in homeopathic and natural healing. There are varieties with highly fragrant flowers and of course ones you …

Growing popular medicinal herbs for natural health is gaining traction. While some popular medicinal herbs are a bit harder to grow, there are three that are quite easy to grow. In this article, you will learn about the properties and uses of three popular medicinal herbs – St. Johns Wort, ginseng and ginko biloba.

Have you ever wondered how to start planning a medicinal herb garden?