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Ep 142. Harvesting Medicinal Herbs the Right Way: Roots, Leaves, and Flowers

Ep 142. Harvesting Medicinal Herbs the Right Way: Roots, Leaves, and Flowers

Update: 2025-08-05
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It's finally harvest season here in Northeast Ohio, and this week, we're diving into how to properly harvest common medicinal herbs—before they lose their potency. If you've ever let your echinacea go too long (guilty!), or stared at your feverfew unsure what part to pick, this episode is for you. Learn which parts of each plant to harvest (roots, flowers, or leaves), when to do it, and how to dry them for later use—without stress or overwhelm.



🌿 In This Episode, You’ll Learn:


  • The difference between aerial parts and roots—and when to harvest each




  • Why it’s okay to dry herbs now and make medicine later




  • The best timing for harvesting:




    • 🌼 Echinacea




    • 🌼 Feverfew




    • 🌼 Chamomile




    • 🌼 Calendula




    • 🌼 Dandelion




    • 🌿 Lemon Balm




    • 🌿 Yarrow




    • 🌿 Plantain




    • 🌿 Nettle







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Ep 142. Harvesting Medicinal Herbs the Right Way: Roots, Leaves, and Flowers

Ep 142. Harvesting Medicinal Herbs the Right Way: Roots, Leaves, and Flowers

Brittany Gibson - Beginner Homesteader