05/21/2025
FRESH AND LOCAL, IT MAKES A DIFFERENCE!!
Just look at that color, and ooh, the fragrance is overwhelmingly sweet. The bowl on the left was picked fresh and dried yesterday. The bowl on the right was sourced from Starwest botanicals, a highly reputable company. Here on the farm, we grow Bodegold, a superior stain of German chamomile. We enjoy it in a cup of warm or ice cold tea, infuse it into herbal skin care products, and enjoy the beauty it provides the landscape.
Health Benefits of Chamomile:
* Promotes Relaxation and Sleep
* Aids Digestion
* Reduces Inflammation
* Supports skin health with anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties
Importance of Sourcing Locally:
* Freshness and Potency: Locally sourced chamomile is often fresher. It retains more of its beneficial compounds and flavor compared to chamomile that has traveled long distances
* Reduced Environmental Impact
* Supports Local Economy
* Transparency and Traceability
* Unique Varieties
Importance in the Garden:
*Supports beneficial insects
*Improves flavors of neighboring plants
*Can be used in compost tea
*Deters some pests
