Native Americans have used echinacea for a wide range of ailments for over 400 years! It is not surprising as echinacea is rather easy to grow and can be used in a multitude of ways. Echinacea is a perennial and is resilient to cold winters. Cultivated in early spring, echinacea is a plant that is helpful for keeping fresh herbs in the garden throughout the year and throughout the changes of seasons, when cold and flu are most common.
TIPS & TRICKS
- Grow in full sun with well-drained rich with compost.
- Sow seeds about 2 inches apart on top of soil until germination, then add 1/8 inch of soil on top of seed.
- Give 20 inches between plants as growth quickens.
- Echinacea does not need too much watering after the seed stage.
USES
- SORE THROAT, COLD and FLU (strengthens the immune system) – Make a tea with lemon, honey, and ginger to add a healing boost
- UPPER RESPIRATORY INFECTIONS
- Speeds up healing of WOUNDS, ACNE, and INFECTIONS of the SKIN
- UTI
- YEAST INFECTIONS
- TONSILLITIS
- HERPES
- GUM DISEASE
Stay healthy this winter and enjoy an extra boost from echinacea!
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*I am in no way a medical professional. Please consult with a doctor before trying any home remedies listed on this site.*
**Do not use if you have any autoimmune disease, AIDS, asthma, some allergies, diabetes, leukemia, or multiple sclerosis. Echinacea does not mix with some medications, so speak with a doctor before using. Ask a doctor before use with children or if pregnant/nursing.**
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