Make a Medical Garden

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Gardening has always been a popular pastime, but what if we told you that you could turn your garden into a source of medicine and survival supplies? Enter, medicinal gardening. In this form of gardening, you grow plants that have healing properties and can be used in times of need.

Survival Uses:

Treating injuries: Aloe vera, calendula, and yarrow are just a few of the plants that can be used to treat cuts, burns, and wounds. These plants contain antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties that can help speed up the healing process.

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Aiding digestion: Herbs such as chamomile, peppermint, and fennel can help settle an upset stomach, relieve indigestion, and reduce bloating. These plants can be consumed as teas, or added to food.

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Improving mental health: Lavender, lemon balm, and chamomile are known for their calming and relaxing effects. These plants can be made into teas, oils, or added to bathwater for a relaxing soak.

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Relieving pain: Willow bark and feverfew have been used for centuries to relieve pain and reduce inflammation. These plants can be made into teas, tinctures, or ointments.

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Improving immunity: Elderberries, echinacea, and goldenseal are all great plants to add to your medicinal garden. These plants contain antioxidants and can help boost your immune system.

Getting Started:

Starting a medicinal garden doesn’t have to be complicated. With this helpful pack, you can start small with just a few herbs or plants and grow from there or dive right into your new adventure. You can plant herbs in your backyard, in pots on your balcony, or even in your windowsill.

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Fun Engaging Ways to Plant:

Plant identification game: Have a contest with family or friends to see who can identify the most medicinal plants in your garden.

Healing teas: Have a tea-making day where you make tea from the plants you’ve grown. Share your recipes and talk about the health benefits.

Healing baskets: Make a basket of herbs and plants to use for first aid purposes. You can label each plant and include a card explaining its uses.

Herbal remedies: Teach your kids about the healing properties of plants and how to make herbal remedies. They’ll love creating their own remedies and using them to help others.

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Need more convincing?

Gardening has long been recognized as a relaxing and therapeutic activity. Not only does it provide a sense of accomplishment, but it also offers a variety of mental health benefits. Here are some of the pros of gardening for mental health:

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Stress relief: Gardening has been shown to reduce stress and anxiety by providing a sense of calm and relaxation. Being in nature and surrounded by greenery has a calming effect on the mind and body.

Improved mood: The act of planting, nurturing and caring for plants can improve overall mood and bring a sense of happiness and satisfaction.

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Increased physical activity: Gardening requires physical activity, which has been shown to release endorphins, the body’s natural mood-boosting chemicals.

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Connecting with nature: Spending time in nature has been shown to improve overall well-being. Gardening provides an opportunity to connect with the natural world, which can have a positive impact on mental health.

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Increased self-esteem: Gardening can boost self-esteem by providing a sense of accomplishment and purpose. As your garden grows and your plants thrive, you'll feel proud of your hard work and dedication.

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Gardening is an enjoyable and accessible way to improve your mental health. So, whether you have a green thumb or not, get outside and start planting! Your mind and body will thank you.

Not only is medicinal gardening a fun and engaging way to spend your time, but it can also provide a source of medicine and survival supplies in times of need. So, start your medicinal garden today and enjoy the many benefits it brings!