Herbs and medicinal plants are a wonderful support on the holistic path to health. They smell wonderful and are also suitable for preparing food. When you start an herb garden, you not only have fresh spices for cooking, but also natural herbal remedies for natural healing. We have selected 7 of the best herbs and medicinal plants that you can grow and use yourself.
Real Chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla)
The medicinal plant chamomile has been valued for its calming effects for many generations. It is also used for a range of digestive disorders including stomach upset, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite and bloating.
Dry the chamomile flowers or make chamomile tea from fresh plants. Chamomile is also a real panacea for small children.
Chamomile is an annual, herbaceous plant that can reach a height of around 60 cm. Chamomile is easyto grow from seeds. When planted in spring, the flowering period begins in May-June. The plant prefers a location in full sun to partial shade and moderate watering.
Mutterkraut (Tanacetum)
Feverfew (Tanacetum parthenium) has been scientifically proven to help with migraines. Feverfew tea is effective for menstrual disorders, pain and cramps. The flowers of feverfew are reminiscent of chamomile and it is therefore often called false chamomile. Feverfew is grown by sowing in spring. The medicinal plant is actually a perennial that overwinters in mild climates.
Lavender
Lavender has a pain-relieving effect and helps relieve constant tension headaches and migraines. Lavender oil is generally used in aromatherapy. Lavender flowers are also edible and used in salads or drinks. Lavender is used internally as a tea.
The common lavender bushLoves the sun and is drought resistant. The plant does not need any special care and is very undemanding. The ideal time to plant is in spring and the flowering period begins from July until autumn.
peppermint
Peppermint is one of the best remedies forstomach pain. It really helps relieve nausea and even stomach cramps.
Peppermint is an aggressive plant that can take over the entire garden if you let it! It is therefore recommended to plant peppermint in pots. It is a perennial that sprouts again every year. Grows best in fertile, moist soil. The leaves are very aromatic and are used in salads, desserts and sauces. You can even freeze them in ice cubes and serve them in cold drinks.
Thymian
Thyme is a powerful antiseptic and reduces inflammation and pain in arthritis, rheumatism and gout. It is also used for coughs and sore throats. A mixture of thyme and peppermint works well against sinusitis. Of course you can also drink tea or use it to gargle.
Thyme is an herb that has become popular in recent years with several ornamental varieties, including lemon thyme 'Doone Valley' with its pink flowers. The plant loves the sun and tolerates drought.
Common thyme (Thymus vulgaris) contains higher concentrations of the essential oil thymol. The best time for sowing thyme outdoors is from April to June and the optimal location is full sun.
Lemon balm (Melissa officinalis)
Lemon balm is primarily considered a calming herb. It is useful as a sleep aid. Lemon balm is used as a tea for anxiety.
When sowing, it should be noted that lemon balm is a light germinator. The seeds should not be covered with soil. Lemon balm grows too large to be cultivated in flower pots, but can be kept in sufficiently wide pots on the balcony. For best results, place lemon balm in a partially shaded spot.
Parsley
Parsley is more than just a side dish on the side of the plate. Parsley helps cleanse the liver, remove excess mucus from the body and soothes the stomach.
Parsley seeds should be planted in the ground from mid-February. It is one of the dark germinators, so the seeds must be covered by a layer of soil. Parsley prefers partial shade and can be grown well on a sunny windowsill.
