Spice up your life with garden-grown goodness

Seems like every day there’s a new pill popping up, swearing it’ll make you live forever (or at least stop you from feeling like you’re falling apart).
But c’mon, if the secret to never getting old was in a little pill, we'd all be sprinting around like eternal youths, without the questionable fashion choices and teenage angst.
While no one’s cracked the code on living forever (yet), good old Mother Nature has had the goods all along. You see, your garden isn’t just for showing off your green thumb on Instagram or for your weekend veggie patch project; it’s a goldmine for your health.
So, why not skip the fancy health store and go straight to the source? Below, we’ve put together some of the best & easiest plants to grow that’ll help you live, laugh, love a little more as you inevitably continue to snap, crackle and pop with age.
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Aloe Vera We love love love Aloe Vera. This succulent is super easy to grow, thriving on neglect and the occasional water, making it perfect for the lazy gardener. Aloe’s gel is your go-to for soothing sunburns and keeping your skin hydrated. |
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Peppermint Got tummy problems? Peppermint’s got your back. As a fast-spreading perennial, it's almost too easy to grow—just be careful it doesn't take over your garden. Seriously. Plant it in a pot to keep it contained, and you'll have a never-ending fresh supply of this yummy herb. |
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Ginger Ginger is a tropical perennial that can spice up your health routine, known for its digestive and anti-inflammatory benefits. It requires a bit more care—warmth, humidity, and indirect sunlight—but with some patience, you can harvest your own ginger root right from a pot in your home. |
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Garlic Garlic, a powerful antibacterial and antiviral root veg, is surprisingly simple to grow (which is good news because my gosh have you seen supermarket garlic prices lately?) Plant cloves in autumn, choose a sunny spot, and by midsummer, you'll have your own homegrown bulbs. |
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Turmeric Turmeric is another wonder root with anti-inflammatory properties, thriving in warm conditions and moist soil. It's a bit of a wait (about 8-10 months) for harvest, but growing your own turmeric means having a fresh supply of this golden healer at your fingertips. Turmeric chai, anyone? |
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Chamomile
This dainty, daisy-like plant is legit famous for its sleep-inducing properties. It's an annual that's as simple to grow as sprinkling seeds in a sunny spot. With a bit of water and love, you'll be brewing your calming teas to help you calm your nervous system and drift off to sleep in no time.
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We hope this has helped you on your path to better health and wellness 🧘🏻🧘🏾♀️Let us know how you grow – errr – go!
Stay green and keen,
Nakie HQ
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