Nettle is a plant known by several names including nettle leaf, common nettle and stinging nettle. Its botanical name is urtica dioica. Originally, this plant is native to Europe, western North Africa and temperate Asia. But now a days it can be found pretty much anywhere in the world. What is Nettle? There are six… Continue reading Should you Grow Nettle on Purpose?
Black cohosh is one of the best herbal remedies for women. This medicinal plant can treat pre-menopausal and menopausal symptoms, as well as help with fertility issues and induce labor at the end of pregnancy. This herb can also help with vertigo, night sweats, sleep disturbances, nervousness and irritability. Why not grow black cohosh at… Continue reading Grow Black Cohosh to Harvest its Medicinal Roots
Getting rid of mealybugs takes patience, because you may have to repeat treatment for several weeks depending on the size of the infestation. These little pests look like your plant was covered in white fluffy cotton. These bugs can come from anywhere, including new plants or contaminated soil. They can even come from produce or… Continue reading What are Mealybugs, the Cotton Looking Pest
Anybody who wants to start doing organic farming or permaculture should really look into vermiculture (composting with worms). I recently bought Californian red worms which are great for processing organic material into liquid and castings called humus. The first thing I had to research was what to feed compositing worms. It is important to feed… Continue reading Free Things to Feed Composting Worms (and What to Avoid)
Red clover can grow in most places, except in very cold climates. Those in the United States can plant it in Zone 4 and warmer. This plant is native in Europe, Africa and Western Asia, but now can be found elsewhere including Argentina and Chile. It grows best in places where the summers are not… Continue reading Red Clover is an Unbelievable Nitrogen Fixer
Blessed Thistle (Carduus benedicta or Cnicus benedictus) is also known as holy thistle, Benedict’s thistle, bitter thistle, cardo santo, lady’s thistle and other names. Its scientific name “Benedictus” is Latin for blessed, since this plant has a reputation of being able to cure it all. The curative properties were considered to be a gift from… Continue reading Grow Blessed Thistle for its Beautiful Yellow and Red Flower Crown of Thorns
There are many varieties of Artemisia, experts are not sure on the exact number but it ranges between 200 and 400 species. The name of the genus comes from the Greek goddess Artemis. All varieties of artemisia are part of the daisy family called Asteraceae. Plants from this genus are native to many parts of… Continue reading Varieties of Artemisia Range from Ornamentals, Medicinal to Culinary Herbs
