Nettles

spring. Nettles are best when very tender, so pick in the spring when the nettles are just coming up or later in the season. Pick… Read More »What Time Of Year Can You Eat Nettles?

Nettles should not be eaten once they have flowered but can be cut back to produce young flowerless nettles in no time. When should you… Read More »Can You Harvest Nettles After They Flower?

Common nettle flowers from May to September. Flowering on individual plants is protracted and may last several months. Plants do not flower in their first… Read More »Do Nettles Have A Season?

Dead nettles have no sting but probably evolved to look like stinging nettles as a defence against predators. How can you tell the difference between… Read More »Are Dead Nettles The Same As Stinging Nettles?

Stinging nettles lose their sting when they are either cooked or dried. NEVER EAT THEM RAW! You don’t want to be adding fresh stinging nettles… Read More »Do Stinging Nettles Lose Their Sting?

Nettles make a superb natural supplement for dogs in need of vitamins and trace minerals in their diets, but do not need to be taking… Read More »Why Do Dogs Eat Stinging Nettles?

Another home remedy you can use is a paste of baking soda and water rubbed onto the area your dog has been stung. Just make… Read More »What To Do If Your Dog Stands In Nettles?

Dogs with a thick double-coat of fur might be slightly more protected from stinging nettles, since their top coat is meant to protect their skin… Read More »Why Do Dogs Not Get Stung By Nettles?

For relief during this time, try using the juices from a dock plant or a jewelweed plant. Both of these plants can usually be found… Read More »What Plant Helps With Stinging Nettles?