Facts on Nettle 5 Articles

by ROSEMARIE GLANVILLE

Facts on Nettle The stinging nettle is an herbaceous perennial found throughout the whole of Europe, much of Asia, Canada and United States. It is an abundant weed on rich soils in gardens and waste ground. From it's...read more

by Santi Meintjes

There are about 500 - 800 species of nettle in the world (it all depends who's counting), most of which occur naturally in tropical regions. They are mostly herbaceous plants but there are a few small shrubs and trees. M...read more

by Lily A. Thorns

Nettles (urtica dioica) are found almost anywhere. They are perennial to zone 2, grow in full sun to partial shade, and they like damp soil. They grow well in nitrogen rich soil, so you often find them in abandoned garde...read more

by Reverend Ashira Goddard

Nettle, commonly called Stinging Nettle, is a common plant that many consider to be a weed. However, it has a long history both with the Europeans and with the Native Americans. In Europe it has traditionally been used...read more

by Carol Upton

I have been growing and studying herbs, both medicinal and culinary, for the past ten years. 1) Nettles are quite weedy and easy to grow. 2) Nettles take minerals like iron from the soil, so nettle tea is a good re...read more