Growing Medicinal & Culinary Herbs in Pots

Growing herbs in pots is as easy if not easier thandandelion is what is typically used for medicinal
growing herbs directly into the ground. Culinary andpurposes. Dandelion root is known and used to purify
medicinal herbs are the best herbs to grow in potsthe liver and blood. Furthermore, it promotes healthy
and for obvious reasons as plants grown in pots aredigestion and lowers high blood pressure. Overall,
transportable and very easy to access when youdandelion is a great super food containing lots of
need them. The great part about growing your herbsessential vitamins and minerals that your body
in containers too is that you do not have to berequires. The leaves of this plant can also be
experienced at gardening and to be quite frank thisinterchangeable and used in salads.
method is the best in my opinion for the beginnerEchinacea- This is a perennial medicinal plant that is
gardener.commonly used to build a week immune system or
In this article, I will talk about some common herbsto maintain a balanced system. The herb is particularly
that are ideal for growing in pots whether indoors ortaken just before the seasons change so that you
outdoors. A key point to keep in mind is to alwayscan be protected and not come down with colds.
be familiar with the herbs you are growing so thatSome other benefits of Echinacea is that it aids in
you can care for them the way they need to befighting infections and is food to use to fight
cared for. A simple method to ensure that thisrespiratory infections. The leaves of the Echinacea
happens is to always follow the care tag instructionsplant can be used to make hot tea.
for your plant and make sure they are getting theParsley- Is a plant primary used as a culinary herb but
required amount of water, soil, sun and or shade sois also interchangeable and can be used as a medicinal
that it can thrive and reach its full growth potentialherb as well. In the culinary field this herb is
that is intended for your plant type.traditionally used in soups and salads enhancing the
The first kind of herbs that we will talk about istastes of these foods in remarkable ways. In the
medicinal herbs. These are herbs that have beenmedicinal area the root, seeds and leaves have been
used for many, many years to treat different typesused in the treatment of urinary tract infections,
of ailments. Medicinal herbs too can be versatile andgastrointestinal disorders and menstrual disorders.
used for culinary and aromatic purposes as well.Oregano- Oregano is primarily used for culinary
Lavender- This is a perennial plant and is traditionallypurposes but is a very potent medicinal herb as well.
used to calm the stressed. The scent of lavender hasThis herb is used to season sea foods, stews, soups,
been used in aromatherapy to relax individuals thatmeats and vegetables. Medicinally it is used for
are feeling stressed, tense and anxious. The flowersindigestion, menstrual disorders, infections, headaches,
and foliage of the lavender plant are used to makeurinary disorders and colds.
tea and has the same relaxing effect as the oil fromThe bottom line is herbs are beneficial to us all in so
the lavender plant. Other benefits of lavender are itsmany ways; they were place on the planet for us to
known use as an antibacterial agent, also for its reliefenjoy and heal ourselves with. So, if you have
of pain, hair loss, and depression; this plant can alsointerest in growing herbs, start off with growing just
be used as a insect repellent.a few herbs of interest in pots and see how much
Dandelion- This is a perennial plant that deserves tojoy and the abundance of benefits you will receive
grow in a pot all by itself due to the fact that itform them.
needs lots of space for its roots as the root of