Transcript herbs in polish gardens

HERBS IN POLISH GARDENS
Herbs can be a beautiful decoration of our gardens
and they also constitute a ,,pantry” of flavors and
aromas. Besides, they can also heal different
ailments.
The most popular herbs in Polish gardens are:
Parsley
Chives
Dill
Lovage
In this presentation we will try to describe some of
the most popular herbs grown in Polish gardens.
MULLEIN
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It is native to Europe and Asia and it is
frequently used in herbal medicine.
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Its flowers have been used in the
traditional Austrian medicine internally
or externally for treatment of disorders
of the respiratory tract, skin, veins,
gastrointestinal tract, and the
locomotor system.
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It is hard to miss it in the meadow or
garden as it grows high especially on
clay soils.
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This herb also has a very beautiful English name – golden torch as it can be used as a
torch when you immerse it in something flammable.
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Why you should know it? Because It is a very good herb for beginners as it is
difficult to be mistaken for something else besides It has a lot of interesting
applications and at the same time is quite safe to use.
POT MARIGOLD
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It is native to southern Europe but it can
be grown easily in sunny locations in
most kinds of soils.
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Pot marigold florets are edible. They
are often used to add color to salads or
added to dishes as a garnish.
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Flowers were used in ancient Greek, Roman, Middle Eastern, and Indian cultures
as a medicinal herb as well as a dye for fabrics, foods, and cosmetics. Many of
these uses persist today. They are also used to make oil that protects the skin.
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It is used in case of problems with digestive system and it also acts as a relaxant.
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Externally it is used in case of problems with the lymph nodes.
DANDELION
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It can be found growing in temperate regions of the
world, in lawns, on roadsides, on disturbed banks and
shores of water ways, and other areas with moist soils.
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It is well known for its yellow flower heads that turn
into round balls of silver tufted fruits that disperse in
the wind.
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It is considered a weed by many gardeners and lawn
owners, the plant has several culinary and medicinal
uses.
The leaves can be eaten cooked or raw in various forms, such as in soup or salad.
They are high in vitamin A, vitamin C and iron, carrying more iron and calcium
than spinach.
ROSEMARY
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This pretty, aromatic herb
contains compounds, such as
carnosic acid, that have been
shown to fight cancer cells.
What's more, the smell of
rosemary may even improve
your memory. In a recent
study from the University of
Northumbria, in the UK,
people performed better on
various memory tasks if
rosemary scent was pumped
into the room.
Grow tip: Rosemary grows
best with full sunshine and
frequent watering.
THYME
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Thyme has long been used as an
herbal remedy for respiratory
problems such as bronchitis, and it
also has antiseptic properties.
(Thymol, one of the compounds it
contains, is a key ingredient in
Listerine.) Even better, thyme is
virtually calorie-free and provides
a delicious boost of flavor to soups
and salads.
Grow tip: Small but plentiful flowers make this herb a pretty option for
your home. Thyme's well suited for indoor growing because it stays small
in size. Just make sure it has access to plenty of sunshine.
LAVENDER
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Lavender isn't just a pretty
plant; it's also packed with
health benefits. Its fragrance
is soothing (helping you to
fall asleep), and it contains
antioxidants.
Grow tip: Lavender is a relatively large plant that
grows best outdoors. Keep it in a sunny area that gets
eight hours of light each day.
 BASIL
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Basil is known to calm nerves,
is a good source of fiber, and
has a detoxifying effect on the
liver. Basil oil has also been
found to help clear skin
blemishes, thanks to its
powerful anti-inflammatory
activity.
Grow tip: Basil is a hardy plant that grows easily,
indoors or out. It doesn't need much care and
requires watering only every other day.
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PARSLEY
Don't leave this common
garnish sitting on the side
of your plate! Parsley is full
of nutrients. It contains
vitamins A and C, and just
one tablespoon offers more
than half of your
recommended daily intake
of vitamin K, a nutrient
that's essential for healthy
blood.
Grow tip: Parsley is easy to grow, as it doesn't need much
sunlight or maintenance. Parsley does grow at a slower rate
than other herbs, but it's worth the wait.
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Sage
Many beauty products include sage on
their ingredient lists, and it's no
wonder: sage has antiseptic and
antioxidant properties, which can help
in the fight against early aging. Sage
has also been used as a natural remedy
for anxiety and fatigue, and is thought
to be a memory enhancer.
Grow tip: Sage is a relatively high-maintenance herb. It needs plenty of
sunlight, good soil, and a watering every other day.
 Chives
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This tasty herb - part of the onion family - can
help boost your immune system. Multiple studies
even suggest that eating allium vegetables, a
category that includes garlic and scallions in
addition to chives, is associated with a lower risk
of developing certain cancers.
Grow tip: It grows easily, can be grown indoors,
and doesn’t need much light.
Dill
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This flavorful herb isn't just
for pickles! It's a great source
of antioxidants (such as betacarotene), and is also said to
cure hiccups. Next time you
get the hiccups, mix a
teaspoon of dill leaf with a cup
of boiled water, strain out the
leaves, and drink the liquid
slowly.
Grow tip: Dill requires full
sun and grows best in deep
soil.
Mint
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Mint is a rich source of vitamin
A, providing more than half of
your recommended daily intake
in just two tablespoons. In
addition, mint is good for the
breath, digestion, nausea,
headaches, respiratory disorders,
asthma, pimples and cavities.
Grow tip: Watch out! This herb
takes off fast and needs plenty
of space. Try growing it
outdoors, in a raised bed.
Lovage
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The leaves can be used in salads,
or to make soup or season broths,
and the roots can be eaten as a
vegetable or grated for use in
salads. Its flavor and smell is
somewhat similar to celery.
Lovage tea can be applied to
wounds as an antiseptic, or drunk
to stimulate digestion.
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Grow tip: It is quite demanding
in terms of cultivation and care. It
likes sunny places and moderate
humidity ground.
Music:
Piotr Czajkowski
„Waltz of the Flowers”