by Herb Exchange | Jun 21, 2016 | Miscellaneous |
And it’s a hard, and it’s a hard, it’s a hard, and it’s a hard
And it’s a hard rain’s a-gonna fall
~ Bob Dylan
Spring of 2016 will have to be told as two distinctly different stories. All was well until it started to rain in May. Already we had noticed that April Showers were missing, plenty of wind, but no rain in April. In early May, it began to rain; it rained like we have never seen before. Rain that persisted day after day. In thirty one years of growing greenhouse plants, we knew how to tuck the plants in and last out a week or even two weeks of cloudy, wet weather. Four weeks of no sun is what we experienced, and the plants just would not grow without sunshine. With the end of the shipping season upon us, we had to send what we had. Unfortunately, plants also began to melt down in the boxes due to excessive moisture. All told, it was the worst plant disaster we have ever experienced. There was nothing to do except wait for the sun to shine through the cloud cover. (more…)
by Herb Exchange | Apr 29, 2016 | Giveaways, Miscellaneous |
It’s May. And all our April showers are starting to bring in May flowers. Enter below for a chance to win a box of six flowering plants for your garden.
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by Herb Exchange | Apr 1, 2016 | Giveaways, Miscellaneous |
It’s April and time for spring gardening. Enter below for a chance to win a gardening tools pack worth $100.
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by Herb Exchange | Mar 7, 2016 | Miscellaneous, Giveaways |
To celebrate the launch of TheHerbExchange.com and springtime gardening, we are giving away an instant culinary herb garden.
Enter below for a chance to win one each of the following 6 plants: Genovese Basil, Italian Parsley, Italian Oregano, French Thyme, Mojito Mint, & Garlic Chives.
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by Herb Exchange | Jan 7, 2016 | Miscellaneous |
An herb, first and foremost, is a plant. It is a plant that can be used to flavor and garnish food, it can be food itself, utilized as a perfuming agent or made into homeopathic remedies for common illnesses and ailments. People from every society in the world and across time have used herbs to their benefit for all of the above reasons.
Humans and Herbs Intertwined
Most of the most ancient societies and peoples on the planet have used herbs and spices for food and medicine. Ancient Sumerians had healing practices that involved thyme and caraway. Ayurveda, an ancient Indian natural medicinal practice that is estimated to be almost 6000 years old, commonly used cinnamon, sandalwood and neem. Romans used herbs for medicine and anesthetics heavily in their empire. Native American knowledge of the uses and benefits of plants and herbs amazed European explorers who relied heavily on their local know-how to reap the same benefits. These cultures did not have modern medicine to rely on and the natural world had to be their medicine cabinet. Herbs have proved useful to all people and cultures. Listed below are some common herbs. However, their exact benefits might not be as well known.
Basil
A common ingredient and flavor in Italian cooking, basil has a unique flavor that many people are fond of. In addition to the culinary benefits, basil has some more things to bring to the table. In the event you are stung or bitten by a bug you can chew up fresh basil and apply it to the area to help lessen the pain. Ear infections can be mitigated with basil essential oil and basil tea can help regulate blood sugar and reduce stress. (more…)
by Kenan White | Nov 16, 2015 | Herbs, Miscellaneous |
When many people think of herbs, they think of cooking. There are so many other uses for them! For example, herbal extracts like CBD oil from companies like GoldBee.com are useful in treating mental health issues, skin care problems and even reduce chronic pain symptoms. Take the list of herbs below and you have several natural ways to solve your everyday ailments. Go ahead and treat your acne with basil, clean your toilets with thyme, and build your bones with marjoram. Have fun exploring new ways to use herbs!
Rosemary: Mosquito Deterrent and Hair Rinse
To keep mosquitos away from your porch or other areas where you like to entertain guests, try growing rosemary in close proximity. Mosquitos do not like rosemary and so they will stay clear of that area. Another great use for rosemary is as a hair rinse. To strengthen your hair and eliminate pesky dandruff, rinse your hair in a cooled solution of boiled rosemary leaves and water.
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Lemon Balm: Fatigue Treatment
To reduce your fatigue, make a tea out of equal parts lemon balm, raspberry leaf, mettle, and oat tops. Add ¼ part each of sliced and sifted ginger and licorice. Re-boost your energy by drinking 3 cups every day.
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