⠀ Plants you should think about growing in your coop or just feeding to them # Health Benefit's

[That Quail Lady]

I'm going to tell you about some plants to grow in your run\coop or just feed to them with amazing health benefits.

Basil - antibacterial, mucus membrane health, repels flies and mosquitoes

Bay Leaves - antiseptic, antioxidant, immune system booster, insect repellent

Bee Balm - antiseptic, antibacterial, respiratory health, calming

Borage - high in calcium, betacarotenes and niacin, soothing, supports cardiovascular health, antioxidant, mucus membrane health.

Calendula - heals wounds

Chamomile - kills mites and lice, repels fleas, antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, antibiotic, calming, relaxant, detoxifier

Chives - aid digestion, stimulates appetite, good source of iron

Cilantro - antioxidant, fungicide, builds strong bones, high in Vitamin A for vision and Vitamin K for blood clotting

Cinnamon - promotes healthy breathing

Comfrey - pain reliever, anti-inflammatory, heals wounds, high in protein and Vitamin B-12, promotes muscle, cartilage, and bone growth

Dill - antioxidant, relaxant, respiratory health, stimulates the appetite

Lavender - stress reliever, increases blood circulation, highly aromatic, insect repellent

Goldenseal - Antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, useful for treating wounds

Hyssop - improves circulation, heals wounds, detoxifier

Lemon Balm - stress reliever, antibacterial, highly aromatic, rodent and insect repellent, calming

Lovage - aids respiratory and mucus membrane health, blood detoxifier, anti-inflammatory

Marigold - vibrant egg yolks, feet and beaks/bills, insect repellent, antioxidant

Marjoram - laying stimulant, anti-inflammatory, decongestant, improves blood circulation, detoxifier

Mint (all kinds) - insecticide and rodent repellent, antioxidant, aids in respiratory health, digestive aid, lowers body temperature naturally. Feeding results in larger eggs, thicker eggshells and increased egg production.

Nasturtium - laying stimulant, antiseptic, antibiotic, insecticide, wormer

Oregano - combats coccidia, salmonella, infectious bronchitis, avian flue, blackhead and e-coli, strengthens immune system

Parsley - high in vitamins A, B,C calcium and iron, aids in blood vessel development, laying stimulant

Peppermint - anti-parasitic, insect repellent.

Pineapple Sage - aids nervous system, highly aromatic, antiseptic

Plantain - Antibacterial, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant. Prevents infection.

Raspberry Leaf - antioxidant, relaxant, supports healthy reproductive system.

Rose Petals - highly aromatic, high in Vitamin C, antioxidant

Rosemary - pain reliever, respiratory health, insect repellent

Sage - antioxidant, anti-parasitic, general health promoter, thought to combat Salmonella
Spearmint - antiseptic, insect repellent, stimulates nerve, brain and blood functions

Tarragon - antioxidant, appetite stimulant.

Thyme - aids in respiratory health, antibacterial, antioxidant, anti-parasitic, stimulant

Yarrow - antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, clears sinuses and respiratory systems, stress reliever

Herbs are easy to grow, generally not picky about the soil they are grown in and many come back year after year.

 

[lcertuche]

Thanks for the information. Many herbs literally grow like weeds and are so healthy for the human family as well as poultry.

 

[Susan G]

Thank you for such a great list of herbs and uses!!!

 

[DrPatrickBiggs]

Thanks for sharing this list! Chickens can definitely create a great synergy in the lawn and garden.

We recently wrote an article about this very topic! Check it out here: https://www.purinamills.com/find-answers/articles/backyard-poultry/gardening-with-chickens/.

 

[Shinyhen8]

Great information for me. Thanx.