Using Herbs in Nesting Boxes

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netty74

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I have read alot about people using herbs in nesting boxes , What types of herbs and what are the benefits of using them ??? Do they keep pests away ??
 
They smell good.
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I have put rosemary in some of my nests before, though not currently doing so.
 
netty74 said:
I have read alot about people using herbs in nesting boxes , What types of herbs and what are the benefits of using them ??? Do they keep pests away ??
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Found this on the interwebs ages ago and saved it in my pinterest for such a time as I have chickens. My girls are too young yet to be laying, but once they come of age I plan to try at least some of these. I would only use a very small portion on top of their nest bedding/lining and change often.

Here is a partial list of common herbs and flowers and their beneficial properties:
Basil - antibacterial, mucus membrane health
Catnip - sedative, insecticide
Cilantro - antioxidant, fungicide, builds strong bones, high in Vitamin A for vision and Vitamin K for blood clotting
Dill - antioxidant, relaxant, respiratory health
Fennel -laying stimulant
Garlic - laying stimulant
Lavender - stress reliever, increases blood circulation, highly aromatic, insecticide
Lemon Balm - stress reliever, antibacterial, highly aromatic, rodent repellent
Marigold - laying stimulant
Marjoram - lay stimulant
Mint (all kinds) - insecticide and rodent repellent
Nasturtium - laying stimulant, antiseptic, antibiotic, insecticide, wormer
Oregano - combats coccidia, salmonella, infectious bronchitis, avian flu, blackhead and e-coli
Parsley - high in vitamins, aids in blood vessel development, laying stimulant
Peppermint - anti-parasitic, insecticide
Pineapple Sage - aids nervous system, highly aromatic
Rose Petals - highly aromatic, high in Vitamin C
Rosemary - pain relief, respiratory health, insecticide
Sage - antioxidant, anti-parasitic
Spearmint - antiseptic, insecticide, stimulates nerve, brain and blood functions
Tarragon - antioxidant
Thyme - respiratory health, antibacterial, antioxidant, anti-parasitic
 

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