Up for sale is one pack of 200 Stinging Nettle herb seeds (Urtica Dioica). Stinging Nettle is well know for it's herbal medicinal powers and also used as an edible herb. A powerful antioxidant Nettle leaves are cooked and either eaten like spinach or collards, or brewed into tea.
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CULTURE
Soil temperature: Min 65 degrees
Germination lighting: Light
Depth: 1/6"
Germination days: 10 days
Plant spread: 18"
Plant height: 48''
Plant type: Annual
Maturation days: 100 days
These seeds require light to germinate and they are best started in pots, but you can sow them directly in your garden in late spring once temperatures stay in the mid 70's.
The seeds are very tiny so it's best to mix them with sand and use a small shaker to distribute. For pots or trays start with pre-moistened potting mix and distribute the seed and sand mix on the top of your pot. These need light and warmth to germinate so expose to a light source and keep in the 70's during the germination process. They dislike being disturbed while germinating so water from below and once seedlings are around 3" tall slowly introduce them into your garden in spring after your last frost.
You can also direct seed in spring by mixing your seed packet with sand and using the shaker method in your garden bed.
Uses:
- Arthritis and joint pain: Taking nettle leaf orally or applying it topically to painful areas may help relieve arthritis, gout, and general joint pain due to its anti-inflammatory properties.
- Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH): Extracts from the nettle root may help manage symptoms of an enlarged prostate, such as frequent urination.
- Allergies: Freeze-dried nettle is a popular remedy for seasonal allergies (hay fever) and may help by blocking histamine.
- Blood sugar management: Some evidence suggests nettle extract may help lower blood sugar levels in people with type 2 diabetes.
- Diuretic and kidney support: Nettle acts as a natural diuretic, increasing urine flow and helping the body clear toxins.
- Skin and hair care: Extracts are used in hair and skin products, and infusions can be used as a hair rinse for an oily scalp or dandruff, or applied topically for eczema and sunburns.
How to Use:
How to Use (always use gloves when handling fresh nettle leaves):
- Tea: Steep 1 tablespoon of dried leaves and/or flowers in 8 ounces of hot water.
- Soups and Sauces: Nettle is commonly used in puréed soups, stews, and green sauces. Alway cook or dry nettle leaves before consumption.
- Essential Oil: Infuse dried chamomile flowers in a carrier oil (like sweet almond, jojoba, or olive oil) in a sealed jar for several weeks, using either the sun-infusion (sunny window) or gentle heat method (slow cooker), then strain thoroughly and store in a dark glass bottle. Always ensure flowers are completely dry to prevent rancidity and use a clean jar for a long-lasting, skin-soothing infusion.
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Tinture: Applied directly to affected area or added to mouth rinse or regular tea. To make a tinture harvest fresh leaves and wash. Chop leave to a rough cut and place in a sealed glass container covered with high proof alcohol like Everclear. Let sit for 4-6 weeks and then strain eventually straining with a coffee filter. Shelf life is approximately 2 years.