Basil | Anti-bacterial |
Catnip | Sedative, insecticide |
Coriander | Anti-oxidant, fungicide, good for strong bones, high in Vitamin A and K |
Dill | Anti-oxidant, relaxant |
Fennel | Laying stimulant |
Garlic | Laying stimulant |
Lavender | Stress reliever, insecticide |
Lemon Balm | Stress reliever, anti-bacterial, repels rodents |
Marigold | Laying stimulant |
Marjoram | Laying stimulant |
Mint | Insecticide and rodent repellent |
Nasturtium | Laying stimulant, antiseptic, insecticide, wormer |
Oregano | Combats coccidian, salmonella, avian flu, infectious bronchitis, blackhead and E. coli |
Parsley | High in vitamins, laying stimulant, good for blood vessel development |
Peppermint | Anti-parasitic, insecticide |
Pineapple Sage | Aids nervous system |
Rose Petals | High in vitamin C |
Rosemary | Pain relief, insecticide, respiratory health |
Sage | Anti-oxidant, anti-parasitic |
Spearmint | Anti-septic, insecticide |
Tarragon | Anti-oxidant |
Thyme | Anti-bacterial, anti-oxidant, anti-parasitic |
Brassicas: contain beta carotene , a good supplement for winter
Sunflower seeds – provides energy
Wheat sprouts – nutritious snack
Comfrey – dynamic accumulator, calcium rich, high in phosphorous, potassium, iron, and copper
Lemon Balm – anti-viral, anti-bacterial. Cut a few stems each day and add to nesting boxes.
Clover – source of phosphorous and nitrogen fixer in the soil
Chicory – contains inulin fructan – a prebiotic that stimulates the growth of the absortive surfaces of the intestines improving digestion.