There are many herbs that are great for tea. Many are very easy to grow on your own and don’t require a lot of space so my small space gardeners listen up this is for you too! Here are a few of the most popular herbs to grow for Tea:
- Chamomile: Chamomile is a calming herb that is often used to help with sleep. It has a sweet, apple-like flavor. It is easy to grow but some have trouble starting from seed.
- Peppermint: Peppermint is a refreshing herb that can help to soothe an upset stomach. It has a strong, minty flavor. Never and I repeat never plant mint in the ground. It will take over. This herb is best grown in a pot.
- Ginger: Ginger is a warming herb that can help to relieve nausea and motion sickness. It has a spicy, gingery flavor. Ginger requires a long growing season so start your tubers early indoors.
- Echinacea: Echinacea is an immune-boosting herb that can help to fight off colds and flu. It has a slightly bitter flavor. Echinacea is not only good for your but it also has gorgeous blooms!
- Hibiscus: Hibiscus is a tart, fruity herb that can help to lower blood pressure. It has a bright pink color. The hibiscus also has gorgeous tropical blooms in many different colors.
- Lavender: Lavender is a calming herb that can help to relieve stress and anxiety. It has a sweet, floral flavor. It can be difficult to start from seed so buying started plants might be best for the new gardeners.
- Rosemary: Rosemary is a stimulating herb that can help to improve memory and concentration. It has a piney, rosemary flavor.
- Thyme: Thyme is a flavorful herb that can be used to add depth to any tea. It has a slightly minty, thyme flavor.
These are just a few of the many herbs that can be used to make tea. You can experiment with different herbs to find your favorites.
When making tea with herbs, it is important to use fresh herbs whenever possible. Dried herbs can be used, but they will not have as strong of a flavor.
To make tea with herbs, simply add the desired amount of herbs to a cup of hot water. Steep the tea for 3-5 minutes, or until the desired flavor is achieved. Strain the tea and enjoy.
You can also add other ingredients to your herbal tea, such as honey, lemon, or milk. These ingredients can enhance the flavor of the tea and make it more enjoyable.
Happy Gardening
Ciearra
