Genovese Basil is an Italian basil with fragrant, tender, large leaves. Excellent for pesto or added to soups, sauces or salads. Those little packages at the grocery store are 0.75 oz. These are a full ounce cut to order. Grown aquaponically!
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Genovese Basil is an Italian basil with fragrant, tender, large leaves. Excellent for pesto or added to soups, sauces or ... more

NATURAL MUCUS RELIEF - a must have for flu season. Comes with directions to make 1 gallon of tea. My love affair with chickweed is documented in this blog entry from 2009. I have helped myself and many people with chickweed in the years since. http://beemusement101.blogspot.com/2009/01/loving-my-weeds-i-spent-little-time.html If you would like to learn more about his little plant this site has great info: http://commonsensehome.com/wednesday-weekly-weeder-2-featured-plant-chickweed/
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NATURAL MUCUS RELIEF - a must have for flu season. Comes with directions to make 1 gallon of tea. My ... more

Fight back. Elderberry syrup provides concentrated immune-supporting benefits of black elderberries. This kit contains elderberries, synergistic herbs and instructions to make your own that can be used medicinally or on pancakes or waffles because it TASTES GREAT. This means your kids will WANT to take it. Fyi, Raw honey is required for use with this kit or an alternative sweetener as listed in the instructions. This kit makes appx. 12 oz of syrup that will keep in the refrigerator up to 2 weeks. The good news is you can freeze what you don't use. Use as a preventative remedy by taking 1/2 to 1 teaspoon a day during peak cold and flu season. If hit with a minor illness, double or triple that dose until you feel better.
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Fight back. Elderberry syrup provides concentrated immune-supporting benefits of black elderberries. This kit contains elderberries, synergistic herbs and instructions to ... more

Fight back. Elderberry syrup provides concentrated immune-supporting benefits of black elderberries. This kit contains elderberries, synergistic herbs and instructions to make your own that can be used medicinally or on pancakes or waffles because it TASTES GREAT. This means your kids will WANT to take it. Fyi, Raw honey is required for use with this kit or an alternative sweetener as listed in the instructions. This kit makes appx. 12 oz of syrup that will keep in the refrigerator up to 2 weeks. The good news is you can freeze what you don't use. This kits includes all of the above AND raw local honey. Use as a preventative remedy by taking 1/2 to 1 teaspoon a day during peak cold and flu season. If hit with a minor illness, double or triple that dose until you feel better.
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Fight back. Elderberry syrup provides concentrated immune-supporting benefits of black elderberries. This kit contains elderberries, synergistic herbs and instructions to ... more

Unlike regular chives these are flat and not hollow. Great chive flavor!

Fresh garlic blended with kosher salt to create the ultimate garlic salt. Simple and straight forward.

With its balsum like flavor Thyme is an herb used in a variety of cusines, Italian, French, and American. Chefs have used this fresh herb in sauces, gravies, stews, seafood, soups and stews. It is a small leaf herb with big flavor. It can be used in vinegars and dressings. Dry it or use it fresh it never disappoints. Very clean grown, no chemicals or sprays. very good for your health, great in salads.
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With its balsum like flavor Thyme is an herb used in a variety of cusines, Italian, French, and American. Chefs ... more

Great for poultry or pork, this brine enhances the flavor of your meat by infusing it with the flavors of garlic, rosemary, black and red pepper, kosher salt and a bit of sugar. Basic directions included.
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Great for poultry or pork, this brine enhances the flavor of your meat by infusing it with the flavors of ... more

Used alone as in tea its awesome or added to dishes that benefit from a lemon minty flavor, such as chicken or fish this herb is perfect. It has a natural calming effect and soothes the stomach. You can experiment and add some other mints to it for Ice teas and flavor for water. This is a great tea to enjoy in the summer time. It's such a sweet lemon aroma, clean grown from my plants from last year, no chemicals or sprays.
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Used alone as in tea its awesome or added to dishes that benefit from a lemon minty flavor, such as ... more

This smells so good just like lemon. Use in fish dishes, baked chicken, and other dishes you like that lemon taste. Fresh Salads would be excellent, just chop and add. Good in Iced or hot tea.Thyme is found to be very healthy now, eating it fresh is beneficial. My herbs are very healthy, and clean grown, never sprayed.
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This smells so good just like lemon. Use in fish dishes, baked chicken, and other dishes you like that lemon ... more

Muellein is a biennial plant that is used to treat respiratory ailments. You can make a tea from the dried leaves or flowers. It's a little bit bitter so a dash of honey can be used to offset that if you don't care for bitter tastes. We have this growing wild in certain areas of our farm. We'll harvest the leaves when requested. We will hand wash them and dry them.
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Muellein is a biennial plant that is used to treat respiratory ailments. You can make a tea from the dried ... more

NATURAL SINUS RELIEF Rather than reinvent the wheel, please visit http://herbgardens.about.com/od/medicinalherbs/p/Mullein.htm
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This aromatic herb is one that should be a staple in every pantry. It wasn't until cooking with fresh Rosemary that we really began to fall in love with this herb. Although it pairs well with roasted lamb, garlic, and olive oil, we have used it in a few pork dishes. Word to the wise - you do not need much!
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This aromatic herb is one that should be a staple in every pantry. It wasn't until cooking with fresh Rosemary ... more

Flat Leaf Parsley...it's not just a garnish. These aren't the giant stems I had last year. Maybe because the fish in the system are still small. Grown aquaponically!
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Flat Leaf Parsley...it's not just a garnish. These aren't the giant stems I had last year. Maybe because the fish ... more

Homegrown basil, garlic and pecans are the backbone of this tantalizing pesto. Each container is picked, washed, made into pesto and frozen the same day to give you the freshest product possible. Wonderful tossed with pasta and veggies for a refreshing salad, or spread on roasted chicken for an Alabama/Italy treat.
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Homegrown basil, garlic and pecans are the backbone of this tantalizing pesto. Each container is picked, washed, made into pesto ... more

I am offering a variety pack of these popular mints. Fresh mints are especially good to add to summer beverages such as teas, iced or flavored water, or just make a tea with brewed leaves, adding juices for a refreshing beverage. It is very refreshing on those hot days, so add it to fresh salads, ice cream, yogurts, also add to melted chocolate. It's great and versatile. It's only limit is your imagination. I use it to discourage mice. Putting fresh mint in drawers and under cabinets will discourage mice. Bruise the leaves to bring out the mint smell. They don't like it at all. That is good because I love the smell! These are my plants that overwintered from last year, very healthy and clean, no chemicals
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I am offering a variety pack of these popular mints. Fresh mints are especially good to add to summer beverages ... more

Fresh cut aromatic rosemary! Excellent to cook with pork, lamb, beef and chicken. Great to make herb salt and put a sprig or two in some wine or apple cider vinegar. Never sprayed with chemicals.
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Fresh cut aromatic rosemary! Excellent to cook with pork, lamb, beef and chicken. Great to make herb salt and put ... more

A surprisingly delicious and useful culinary blend. Based on tender young rosemary, fresh garlic and a bit of cayenne pepper (just enough to round out the flavor) blended with kosher salt. Simply amazing on steaks!
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A surprisingly delicious and useful culinary blend. Based on tender young rosemary, fresh garlic and a bit of cayenne pepper ... more

Saigon cinnamon -- sometimes referred to as Vietnamese cinnamon -- has some distinctive characteristics that set it apart from the other cinnamon varieties. Known ascinnamomum loureirii, is considered the variety that has superior flavor and odor. You often will find this type of cinnamon in processed foods and baked goods. Medicinally, it is marketed as a digestive stimulant and an astringent. It's bark contains up to 6 percent essential oil, compared to .5 to 2.5 percent in other varieties.
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Saigon cinnamon -- sometimes referred to as Vietnamese cinnamon -- has some distinctive characteristics that set it apart from the ... more

This rub is a staple at the Horton house and is has become one of those things the kids hope Mom sends in their birthday package! Yes, it's for fish, but is also excellent on pork and shrimp. Contents are brown sugar, Kosher salt, black pepper, cumin and ground mustard. A little goes a long way. We promise you won't be disappointed!
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This rub is a staple at the Horton house and is has become one of those things the kids hope ... more

For over 2,000 years, doctors have recognized the herb's ability to stop all kinds of internal and external bleeding, and considered it a good blood purifier. Taken as a tea, it has been found to help cure mucus congestion, skin irritations, water retention, and diarrhea. The beverage is also said to help nursing mothers produce milk and it also stimulate the digestive glands of the stomach, intestines, liver, pancreas, and gall bladder. Applied externally, nettle tea — it is claimed — relieves rheumatism in both people and animals, makes a first-class gargle for mouth and throat infections, helps to clear up acne and eczema and promotes the healing of burns. Read more: http://www.motherearthnews.com/natural-health/stinging-nettle-benefits-zmaz81mazkin.aspx#ixzz3IXTbVpIO
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For over 2,000 years, doctors have recognized the herb's ability to stop all kinds of internal and external bleeding, and ... more

Stinging nettle, or urtica dioica, is a perennial flowering plant that has been used medicinally for ages, dating back as far as Ancient Greece. Today, stinging nettle can be found all over the world, but its origins are in the colder regions of Europe and Asia. The plant usually grows between two to four feet high and blooms from June to September. It grows best in nitrogen-rich soil, has heart-shaped leaves, and produces yellow or pink flowers. While best known for the stinging reaction that occurs when the skin comes into contact with the fine hairs located on its leaves and stems, when processed and used medicinally, stinging nettle has a number of helpful health benefits, according to the Department of Dermatology at the Penn State University College of Medicine. (1) Most stinging nettle products are made from the stem and leaves, but the roots also have pharmacological qualities. The herb has anti-inflammatory qualities that can affect treatment of many health issues. (2) The aboveground parts have typically aided in allergy relief and other breathing-related problems. The roots are able to provide relief for urinary disorders and enlarged prostate as well. Why Does It Sting? Stinging nettle contains a number of chemicals, such as serotonin, histamine and acetylcholine, some of which can be very irritating. These chemicals cause the stinging irritation on skin and are found at the base of the fine hairs on the nettle. When brushed up against, the fragile tips of the hair break off and the remaining hair becomes a small needle, able to deliver the chemicals into the skin. The reaction can cause pain, redness, swelling, itching and numbness. 5 Benefits of Stinging Nettle Despite its reputation for pain, stinging nettle is used to help a number of ailments. Studies have shown stinging nettle has antioxidant, antimicrobial, anti-ulcer, astringent and analgesic capabilities. (3) According to the University of Maryland Medical Center, the plant has been used most commonly throughout history as a diuretic and for treating painful muscles and joints, eczema, arthritis, gout, and anemia. Today, it’s used primarily to treat urinary issues, as well as allergies and joint pain. The most proven health benefits of using stinging nettle help with the following: 1. Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) and Urinary Issues BPH symptoms are caused by an enlarged prostate gland pressing on the urethra. BPH sufferers experience varying levels of increased urges to urinate, incomplete emptying of the bladder, painful urination, post urination dripping and reduced urinary flow. Doctors are still not entirely sure why stinging nettle alleviates some of these symptoms, but many clinical studies infer that it contains chemicals that affect the hormones that cause BPH. When taken, it also directly affects prostate cells. Stinging nettle root extract has also been shown to slow or stop the spread of prostate cancer cells. (4) It’s usually used in combination with saw palmetto and other herbs. The root of the plant is primarily used in connection with urinary issues. Stinging nettle is used as a successful general diuretic and can help urine flow as well. It’s also used in home remedies for bladder infections. 2. Osteoarthritis and Joint Pain Arthritis sufferers often experience joint pain, typically in the hands, knees, hips and spine. Nettle works alongside nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) to allow patients to decrease their NSAID use. Because prolonged use of NSAIDs can cause a number of serious side effects, this is an ideal pairing. Studies also show that applying nettle leaf topically at the site of pain decreases joint pain and can treat arthritis. Nettle can also provide relief when taken orally. Another study published in the Journal of Rheumatology shows stinging nettle’s anti-inflammatory power against other autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis. (5) 3. Hay Fever Histamine production in the body creates the adverse reactions related to allergies. Allergies cause uncomfortable congestion, sneezing, itching and more. Stinging nettle’s anti-inflammatory qualities affect a number of key receptors and enzymes in allergic reactions, preventing hay fever symptoms if taken when they first appear. (6) The leaves of the plant contain histamine, which may seem counterproductive in allergy treatment, but there is history of using histamines to treat severe allergic reactions. (7) There is also evidence that in severe reactions, low plasma histamine levels (as opposed to high levels) are present. Another global study from the National College of Naturopathic Medicine found that stinging nettle use for allergy relief was rated higher than placebos in a 98-person, randomized, double-blind study. (8) 4. Bleeding Certain products containing stinging nettle have shown, when applied to the skin, can reduce bleeding during surgery. The product, called Ankaferd blood stopper, is made up of alpinia, licorice, thyme, common grape vine and stinging nettle, and has also shown evidence of reducing bleeding after dental surgery. (9) 5. Eczema: Eczema is a dry, itchy rash that can last on sufferers for a very long time. Because of stinging nettle’s antihistamine and anti-inflammatory qualities, it can be a natural treatment for eczema, as the Penn State University College of Medicine study referenced above notes. Sufferers can use a combination of nettle taken orally to tackle the eczema internally, as well as a cream to provide relief from the rash’s itch and redness. More research is needed, but stinging nettle is also said to: Promote lactation Stimulate hair growth Help control blood sugar in patients with diabetes Reduce bleeding connected to gingivitis Treat disorders of the kidneys and urinary tract Provide relief from water retention Prevent or treat diarrhea Decrease menstrual flow Provide asthma relief Heal wounds Treat hemorrhoids Stimulate contractions in pregnant women Treat insect bites Treat tendonitis Treat anemia. The information presented herein by Hortons Farm is intended for educational purposes only. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, cure, treat or prevent disease. Individual results may vary, and before using any supplements, it is always advisable to consult with your own healthcare provider.
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This is a 1:2 75% tincture made with tenders tops and stems of fresh harvested stinging nettle. Stinging nettle has been widely researched and found to be beneficial for many conditions including allergies and diabetic related issues. We encourage you to do your own research about stinging nettle.
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This is a 1:2 75% tincture made with tenders tops and stems of fresh harvested stinging nettle. Stinging nettle has ... more

This is a 1:2 75% tincture made with tenders tops and stems of fresh harvested stinging nettle. Stinging nettle has been widely researched and found to be beneficial for many conditions including allergies and diabetic related issues. We encourage you to do your own research about stinging nettle.
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This is a 1:2 75% tincture made with tenders tops and stems of fresh harvested stinging nettle. Stinging nettle has ... more

Fresh picked the day before delivery. A paper lunch bag filled as much as possible without damaging the contents. THIS PLANT WILL HURT YOU so you must handle with gloves and tongs. If you do not know all the wonderful things you can do with stinging nettle copy and paste this website. http://andhereweare.net/2014/03/stinging-nettles.html/
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Fresh picked the day before delivery. A paper lunch bag filled as much as possible without damaging the contents. THIS ... more