Category: Herbal Flowers and Plants

Easy to grow and widely found in the Indian subcontinent, not only is tulsi a revered, holy plant in Hinduism; it also finds its place in the ancient science of Ayurveda. It is commonly found in two varieties – the green coloured Lakshmitulsi and the purple hued Krishna tulsi. Apart from the Indian subcontinent, it can also be found in tropical regions of most Southeast Asian countries. It is worshipped, is offered the gods and is grown in many Hindu households not in vain but for a well-established reason –…

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We often think of fresh flowers as décor for our homes and gardens. However, these natural beauties have so much more to offer other than their good looks. There are a number of fresh flowers that are packed full of medicinal properties to help fight sickness. So, instead of reaching for a ‘magic pill’ inside your medicine cabinet, why not consider a natural alternative instead? Roses are known for improving blood circulation. You need only chew on a few sweet petals! For those who suffer from a slight to moderate…

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Herbs are fantastic plants whether you’re growing them outside or in your indoor herb garden, but who says they have to be just plain green? Many flowering herbs can hold their own in any flower garden with bright blooms and beautiful foliage. As an added bonus, you can harvest your handsome herbs for cooking or crafts and many of these flowering herbs attract beneficial insects, too. A flowering herbal border is a great compromise for gardeners with limited space because it does double-duty as an herb garden and a perennial border. Click through to see some of the…

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