Currently we have sow thistles and stinging nettles in abundance.
Hence I thought I’ll share with you how we harvest and prepare it.
What does it taste like? Spinach without the need to care for it;)
Base on Base on healing weeds blog stinging nettles are rich in iron, silicon, magnesium, potassium, vitamins A and C. Dried nettles may contain up to 40% protein.
Stinging nettles are known for medicinal their qualities such as
NOTE: PLEASE use gloves when handling stinging nettles as they will sting you! If you scroll down you’ll see the silicon stingers.
Stinging Nettles in our backyard
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