Purple dead nettle is one of the earliest spring greens. It pops up in lawns, gardens, fields, fence rows etc.. It is easy to identify and doesn’t have any toxic lookalikes, so it’s great for kids and beginners to learn! The taste is mild, astringent and slightly sweet. The leaves are a bit fuzzy in texture. But both the leaves and blossoms are edible. My top 3 ways to use purple dead nettle are: 🔸 As a salve! You can wilt, slightly dry or completely dry these and infuse them in a carrier oil.

💜 Purple Dead Nettle vs. Henbit. Both of these may be confused with Red Clover! 💜 For seasonal allergies, cut off a few tips of the Dead Nettle and steep it for tea. Or you can make a tincture with the fresh plant material. Fill a pint size Mason jar halfway with your Dead Nettle tops. Then, fill the jar to the top with 100 proof alcohol. Let it sit for about six weeks in a cool, dark place. Then, strain it and use it as necessary. Start with 1 dropper full as needed and work up the dosage if

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