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Many common herbs have powerful medicinal properties that can help with a variety of health issues. By cultivating these herbs in your garden, you'll have easy access to fresh, potent ingredients for homemade herbal remedies.

I'm Shanon Greef, and I've been helping people heal with herbs for 20 years. Today, I want to share with you the top 7 medicinal herbs that you can easily grow in your garden.

These herbs are not only beautiful and easy to grow, but also pack a powerful punch when it comes to their healing properties.

Did you know that approximately 80% of the world's population relies on herbal medicines for their healthcare needs?

By growing your own medicinal herbs, you can ensure that you have access to high-quality, fresh ingredients for your natural remedies. Plus, you'll have the satisfaction of knowing exactly where your herbs come from and how they were grown.

Let's take a look at the top 7 medicinal herbs you should consider growing in your garden for natural remedies.

Not only will you have a beautiful and fragrant garden, but you'll also have access to powerful ingredients for improving your health. I'll make this quick, so take notes!

1. Peppermint

This refreshing herb is a true multitasker. Not only does it add a delightful flavor to teas and desserts, but it's also a go-to for soothing upset stomachs, relieving headaches, and even alleviating motion sickness.

Plus, its cooling properties make it perfect for hot summer days.

Peppermint is easy to grow, but be sure to plant it in a pot or contained area, as it can spread quickly and take over your garden.

Try making a refreshing peppermint tea by steeping fresh leaves in hot water, or create a soothing headache balm by mixing peppermint essential oil with a carrier oil like coconut oil.

2. Calendula

With its vibrant orange flowers, calendula is a beauty in the garden and a staple in any herbal first-aid kit.

It's renowned for its skin-soothing properties, making it ideal for treating rashes, wounds, and even diaper rash. Calendula tea can also help stimulate the lymphatic system and reduce swollen glands.

It's easy to grow calendula, and it's also a great pollinator because insects love it. Although the flavor of calendula isn't the best on its own, when combined with something like peppermint, it makes a great tea.

Try infusing calendula flowers in oil to create a healing salve for minor cuts and scrapes.

3. Lemon Balm

If I could only pick one herb to grow, it would be lemon balm. This gentle yet powerful herb is fantastic for reducing fevers, combating colds and flu, calming nerves, and promoting restful sleep.

Its delightful lemony aroma is an instant mood-lifter, too! Lemon balm is a member of the mint family, so like peppermint, it can spread quickly in the garden. Consider planting it in a pot or a designated area to keep it under control.

Lemon balm makes a wonderful herbal tea, and you can also use it to create a calming room spray by combining lemon balm essential oil with water in a spray bottle.

4. Echinacea

When it comes to building a strong immune system, echinacea is your herbal hero. It's best used at the first sign of illness to help your body fight off infections. While it takes a bit of patience (it's best harvested in the second year), the immune-boosting benefits are well worth the wait.

Echinacea is a beautiful addition to any garden, with its stunning purple flowers that attract pollinators. You can use the roots, leaves, and flowers to make a powerful tincture or tea.

For an extra immune boost, combine echinacea with other immune-supporting herbs like elderberry and ginger.

5. Sage

This culinary favorite doubles as a potent medicinal herb. Got a toothache, cold sore, or sore throat? Simply chew on a few sage leaves and apply them to the affected area for relief.

Sage is also known to enhance brain function and help with menopause symptoms. It's a hardy plant that's easy to grow, and its soft, silvery leaves add a beautiful texture to the garden.

Sage is delicious in cooking, especially when paired with poultry or pork. You can also make a sage gargle by steeping sage leaves in hot water, then using the cooled liquid to soothe a sore throat.

6. Garlic

No herb garden is complete without garlic. This pungent bulb is a powerhouse when it comes to fighting off illnesses thanks to its antimicrobial, antifungal, and antiviral properties.

For an extra immune boost, try fermenting garlic in honey and eating a clove or two at the first sign of sickness.

Garlic is easy to grow and can be planted in the fall for a summer harvest. In addition to its medicinal uses, garlic is a staple in many culinary dishes, adding depth and flavor to everything from pasta sauces to stir-fries.

For a potent cold and flu remedy, try making a garlic-infused honey by combining crushed garlic cloves with raw honey and letting it sit for a few weeks.

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Known for its sweet, apple-like flavor, chamomile is the ultimate soothing herb. Its calming properties make it perfect for promoting relaxation and sleep, while also easing upset stomachs and gas pain.

Chamomile tea bags can even be used to treat eye infections like conjunctivitis.

Chamomile is an annual plant, so you'll need to replant it each year. It's a delicate plant with pretty daisy-like flowers that add a charming touch to any garden.

To make a calming bedtime tea, steep fresh or dried chamomile flowers in hot water for 5-10 minutes, then strain and enjoy.

You can also use cooled chamomile tea as a gentle eye wash for irritated eyes.

By incorporating these seven medicinal herbs into your garden, you'll have a natural pharmacy right at your fingertips.

Not only will you have easy access to powerful herbal remedies, but you'll also enjoy the beauty and fragrance these plants bring to your garden.

Growing your own medicinal herbs is a fantastic way to take control of your health and well-being, but it's just the beginning of your journey into the world of natural remedies.

With the right knowledge and guidance, you can unlock the full potential of these powerful plants and transform your life.